Dr. Michael F. Blum
- Gender: Male
- Experience: 32 years
- Graduated from: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine
- Graduation year: 1989
- Sole propriator: No
- NPI: 1518915016
Dr. Michael F. Blum M.D.
Orthopedic Surgeon
He is located at 4517 Southlake Parkway Suite 202 in Birmingham, AL 35244. Can help patients with the following: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Cervical Radiculopathy, Compartment Syndrome, Herniated Disc, Ingrown Toenail, Kyphosis. His National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518915016. Appointment can be made via the phone number (205) 985-4111. He is affiliated with 1 practices and 2 hospitals.
Conditions treated
Dr. Michael Frances Blum, being an orthopedic surgeon, treats the following conditions. Please be advised that this list may not be complete. For the full list of conditions treated, consult directly with Dr. Michael F. Blum.
- ACL Tear
- Achilles Tendon Rupture
- Arthritis
- Avascular Necrosis
- Back Pain
- Baker's Cyst
- Bone Spurs
- Broken Bone
- Bunions
- Bursitis
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Cauda Equina Syndrome
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Compartment Syndrome
- Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
- Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD)
- Dislocated Ankle
- Dislocated Shoulder
- Elbow Pain
- Frostbite
- Hammer Toe
- Herniated Disc
- Hip Replacement
- Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS)
- Impingement Syndrome
- Ingrown Toenail
- Joint Fluid Extraction
- Knee Pain
- Knee Replacement
- Kyphoplasty
- Kyphosis
- Low Back Pain
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
- Meniscus Tear
- Metatarsal Surgery
- Morton's Neuroma
- Osgood-Schlatter Disease
- Osteoarthritis (OA)
- Osteomyelitis
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFS)
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Repetitive Motion Disorders (RMDs)
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
- Rotator Cuff Tear
- Sciatica
- Scoliosis
- Separated Shoulder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spondylolysis
- Spondylosis
- Sprained Ankle
- Sprained Wrist
- Stress Fracture
- Tennis Elbow
- Trigger Finger
- Whiplash
- Wrist Surgery
Procedures Performed by Dr. Michael F. Blum
ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov) plan networks
Insurers selling ACA Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) plans list Dr. Michael F. Blum as in-network for the following 2026 plans.
Health plans
UnitedHealthcare
Network data as of Sep 15, 2026, as reported by the insurer.
Show all 13 plans from UnitedHealthcare
| Plan | Plan type | Network tier | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|
| UHC Bronze Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Bronze Essential (No Referrals) | EPO · Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Bronze Standard (No Referrals) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Bronze Standard+ (Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Expanded Bronze | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Advantage ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $5 Tier 2 Rx, No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Advantage+ ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $5 Tier 2 Rx, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, $5 Tier 2 Rx, No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Gold Standard (No Referrals) | EPO · Gold | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Copay Focus $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Copay Focus+ $0 Indiv Med Ded ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Standard (No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Value ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
| UHC Silver Value+ ($0 Virtual Urgent Care, Dental + Vision, No Referrals) | EPO · Silver | Non Preferred | Accepting new patients |
This covers ACA Marketplace plans only, as reported by each insurer. It does not include employer, Medicare Advantage, or state-run exchange plans, and a plan missing from this list does not mean Dr. Michael F. Blum is out of network. Insurer directories can be out of date, so always confirm with the insurer and the office before your visit.
Medicare Enrollment
Dr. Michael F. Blum is enrolled to bill Medicare as a Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery .
Bills through: Southlake Orthopaedics Sports Medicine & Spine Center, Pc
Based on Medicare's public enrollment records as of Jul 17, 2026. This reflects Medicare fee-for-service enrollment only and says nothing about other insurance, quality, outcomes, or board certification.
Payments received
Drug payment
| Encore Medical | $18692 |
| Depuy | $1074 |
| Zimmer Biomet | $142 |
Other
| Consulting | $15525 |
| Travel and Lodging | $3273 |
| Food and Beverage | $1371 |
Studies
UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Graduated in 1989Additional Specialities
- Specialist
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Questions & Answers
What conditions does Dr. Michael Frances Blum treat?
Dr. Michael Frances Blum provides treatment for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Cervical Radiculopathy, Compartment Syndrome, Herniated Disc, Ingrown Toenail, Kyphosis. For the full list see this list.
Does Dr. Michael Frances Blum accept patients with UnitedHealthcare?
Yes, Dr. Michael Frances Blum is listed in-network for UnitedHealthcare through the ACA Marketplace (Obamacare/HealthCare.gov). See the Marketplace plans section for details.
Where can you meet with Dr. Michael Frances Blum?
Dr. Michael Frances Blum's office is located at 4517 Southlake Parkway Suite 202 in Birmingham, AL 35244.
Does Dr. Michael Frances Blum have affiliation with practices?
Dr. Michael Frances Blum is affiliated with Russell Medical.
Has Dr. Michael Frances Blum affiliation with hospitals?
Dr. Michael Frances Blum is affiliated with GRANDVIEW MEDICAL CENTER. For the full list of hospitals see this list.