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Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD

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Specializes in: Neurology (Brain & Spinal Cord Disease) and Neurophysiology

Harvard Medical School

Professional interests include: neuromuscular disorders (nerve & muscle diseases), stroke, electromyography (EMG), and more.

622 Hebron Avenue Suite 102
Glastonbury, CT 06033

(860) 430-2191

Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD is a neurologist in Glastonbury, CT specializing in neurology (brain & spinal cord disease) and neurophysiology. He graduated from Harvard Medical School. Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD is affiliated with Trinity Health of New England, Hartford Healthcare and Hartford Hospital Integrated Care Partners.

Office Locations

Trinity Health of New England

622 Hebron Avenue Suite 102
Glastonbury, CT 06033

(860) 430-2191

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85 Seymour Street Suite 800
Hartford, CT 06106

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Some issues Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD can help you with:

Stroke

A stroke is a medical emergency that occurs when a blood vessel supplying oxygen and nutrients to the brain is ruptured or blocked. The brain cannot function without a steady supply of oxygen and nutrients, so when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted, even for a brief moment, brain cells begin to die. When a sufficient number of brain cells die, the brain itself can no longer function, meaning that strokes are very dangerous. Strokes can result in impaired movement, speech, cognitive ability, the impairment of important physical functions, and even death.

Anyone can have a stroke, regardless of age and health. Strokes are known to happen at random. However, certain conditions and behaviors can increase one's risk of stroke over time.

Risk factors for stroke include:

Heart disease
Older age
Smoking
Diabetes
High blood pressure
High blood cholesterol and lipids

There are two main types of stroke: ischemic stroke and hemorrhagic stroke. Ischemic stroke occurs more commonly and is when a blood vessel in the brain becomes blocked. Blockages are caused by blood clots and built-up plaque (deposits of fat and cholesterol), which leads to atherosclerosis, a condition where the blood vessels narrow and harden. The resultant restricted blood flow may lead to an ischemic stroke by blocking essential oxygen to the brain, causing the heart to exert more effort to pump blood.

Hemorrhagic stroke occurs when a blood vessel in or around the brain ruptures. The burst vessel leaks blood into surrounding brain tissue, causing irreparable brain damage.

Hemorrhagic strokes are less common and may occur from head injuries, brain aneurysms, brain tumors, and bleeding disorders, amongst other conditions.

Both ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes require immediate medical treatment. Medical intervention can prevent severe and life-threatening brain damage. Signs of stroke include:

-Disorientation or confusion

-Difficulty speaking

-Difficulty walking

-Impaired vision

-Weakness in the face, legs, or arms

-Severe headaches

When someone suspected of having a stroke reaches the hospital, the patient will usually receive a CT or other scan that provides an image of the brain. The scan results can reveal clotted or leaking blood in the brain. Physical exams, neurological exams, and blood tests may also be used to check for blood clotting and sugar. Treatment begins generally immediately if a stroke is detected.

Medical treatment for ischemic strokes includes a thrombolytic medicine which breaks up and disperses blood clots. This medicine can greatly improve stroke recovery and long-term health. However, the thrombolytic medicine must be administered as soon as possible to achieve these results. Other treatments for ischemic strokes are blood thinners and thrombectomy, a surgical procedure to remove a blood clot in the brain. Thrombectomy is performed by inserting a catheter (thin needle) into the artery to reach the blood clot and mechanically remove it. With the clot removed, normal blood flow to the brain resumes. Thrombectomy is typically performed at most six hours after a patient shows signs of a stroke.

Hemorrhagic strokes are treated with blood-saving medication and surgery. For a hemorrhagic stroke caused by the rupture of an aneurysm (blood vessel bulges), surgery to stem the bleeding aneurysm and vessel may be used. One surgical technique is stent-assisted coiling, which adds a stent (small wire-meshed tube) into the blood vessel to block the leaking opening of the aneurysm. A non-surgical procedure is endovascular coiling, where a catheter (thin, hollow needle) places a platinum wire coil at the spot of the aneurysm. The coil blocks bleeding and prevents the aneurysm from continuing to leak blood. These procedures are usually combined with blood-thickening medications. Blood transfusions may be administered if substantial blood loss has occurred.

Since stroke patients may have lost some essential functions while the blood flow to their brains was obstructed, both ischemic stroke and hemorrhage stroke patients may receive post-stroke rehabilitation to rebuild their physical and mental abilities. Some restorative treatments include occupational, physical, and speech therapy. Patients may also receive care from neurologists, who can assist patients in recovering certain brain functions and cognitive abilities, and rehabilitation psychologists, who may help patients with their emotional, behavioral, and cognitive recovery. Some stroke patients require lengthy rehabilitation and may never fully regain function, while others may recover more quickly. While the fastest recovery improvements are usually seen in the first three or four months, stroke rehabilitation can last for years.

If someone begins to show signs of stroke, contact emergency services and call 9-1-1 immediately since blood flow must be restored as soon as possible to help avoid significant brain damage. If an ambulance takes the person to the hospital, paramedics can initiate stroke treatment as soon as the patient enters the ambulance, allowing for more prompt medical intervention and care.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Volume:

nerve conduction studies

In 2023, Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD performed more nerve conduction studies (NCS) procedures for Medicare patients than 95% of providers in related specialties within Connecticut.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD treated as a neurologist in Glastonbury, CT during 2012 were diagnostic procedures, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	2474
doctor visit	554
hospital care	184
inpatient care	184

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD treated as a neurologist in Glastonbury, CT during 2013 were diagnostic procedures, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	377
doctor visit	745
hospital care	174
inpatient care	174

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD.

**Gender**
Male	332
Female	393

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	636
Black	29
Hispanic	41
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	263
From 75 to 84	243
85 and over	114
Less than 65	105

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD in 2013

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	14
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	31
Dementia	21
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD treated as a neurologist in Glastonbury, CT during 2014 were diagnostic procedures, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	235
doctor visit	697
hospital care	184
inpatient care	184

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD.

**Gender**
Male	316
Female	393

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	620
Black	26
Hispanic	40
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	257
From 75 to 84	242
85 and over	111
Less than 65	99

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD in 2014

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	18
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	31
Dementia	18
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD treated as a neurologist in Glastonbury, CT during 2015 were diagnostic procedures, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	287
doctor visit	797
hospital care	155
inpatient care	155

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD.

**Gender**
Male	692
Female	854

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1352
Black	64
Hispanic	72
Asian	24
Other	34
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	618
From 75 to 84	506
85 and over	224
Less than 65	198

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD in 2015

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	14
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	27
Dementia	18
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD treated as a neurologist in Glastonbury, CT during 2016 were diagnostic procedures, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	288
doctor visit	750
hospital care	110
inpatient care	110

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD.

**Gender**
Male	366
Female	391

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	665
Black	31
Hispanic	22
Asian	0
Other	27
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	288
From 75 to 84	261
85 and over	109
Less than 65	99

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD in 2016

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	28
Dementia	20
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD treated as a neurologist in Glastonbury, CT during 2017 were diagnostic procedures, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	307
doctor visit	674
hospital care	143
inpatient care	143

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD.

**Gender**
Male	356
Female	453

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	716
Black	30
Hispanic	33
Asian	16
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	292
From 75 to 84	284
85 and over	125
Less than 65	108

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD in 2017

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	14
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	28
Dementia	20
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD treated as a neurologist in Glastonbury, CT during 2018 were diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	255
doctor visit	507

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD.

**Gender**
Male	241
Female	319

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	498
Black	0
Hispanic	21
Asian	0
Other	18
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	221
From 75 to 84	193
85 and over	72
Less than 65	74

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD in 2018

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	25
Dementia	15
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD treated as a neurologist in Glastonbury, CT during 2019 were diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	231
doctor visit	462

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD.

**Gender**
Male	265
Female	275

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	480
Black	14
Hispanic	17
Asian	13
Other	16
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	192
From 75 to 84	196
85 and over	84
Less than 65	68

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD in 2019

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	27
Dementia	17
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD treated as a neurologist in Glastonbury, CT during 2020 were diagnostic procedures, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	197
doctor visit	465
hospital care	11
inpatient care	11

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD.

**Gender**
Male	231
Female	253

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	418
Black	0
Hispanic	23
Asian	0
Other	24
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	198
From 75 to 84	161
85 and over	58
Less than 65	67

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD in 2020

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	29
Dementia	17
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD treated as a neurologist in Glastonbury, CT during 2021 were diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	175
doctor visit	432

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD.

**Gender**
Male	228
Female	261

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	435
Black	0
Hispanic	12
Asian	0
Other	21
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	173
From 75 to 84	210
85 and over	67
Less than 65	39

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD in 2021

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	24
Dementia	17
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD treated as a neurologist in Glastonbury, CT during 2022 were diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	186
doctor visit	410

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD.

**Gender**
Male	215
Female	231

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	394
Black	0
Hispanic	13
Asian	0
Other	24
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	163
From 75 to 84	183
85 and over	58
Less than 65	42

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD in 2022

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	17
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	18
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	24
Dementia	12
Cancer	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD treated as a neurologist in Glastonbury, CT were diagnostic procedures, hospital care and inpatient care.

diagnostic procedures	455
doctor visit	590
hospital care	137
inpatient care	137

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD.

**Gender**
Female	347
Male	294

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	17
Asian / Pacific Islander	4
Non-Hispanic White	564
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	26
Other	14

**Age**
85 and over	92
75 to 84	225
Less than 65	81
65 to 74	242

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and depression.

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	10
Osteoporosis	10
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	24
Atrial Fibrillation	13
Dementia	15
Cancer	12

Education & Training

Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD graduated from Harvard Medical School. He completed residency at Harvard Medical School Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the Neurology, Neurology, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and has a state license in Connecticut.

Medical School: Harvard Medical School

Residency: Harvard Medical School Affiliated Hospitals (1997)

Board Certification: Neurology, Neurology, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (1998)

Licensed In: Connecticut

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Trinity Health of New England

Hartford Healthcare

Hartford Hospital Integrated Care Partners

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: CorVel, Great-West Healthcare, WellCare, Evercare, MultiPlan, United Healthcare, Aetna, Oxford Health Plans, Coventry, Cigna, Anthem, ConnectiCare, Focus Health Solutions, Prime Health, First Health, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), CarePartners of Connecticut, Senior Whole Health, Health Direct, Colonial Cooperative Care, BCBS Medicare, Inc., Health Connecticut, Health New England, Healthy Connecticut, Connecticare Commercial, Essence Healthcare, Connecticare Medicare, Community Health Network of Connecticut and Northeast Health Direct.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

CorVel

Great-West Healthcare

WellCare

Evercare

MultiPlan

United Healthcare

Aetna

Oxford Health Plans

Coventry

Cigna

Anthem

ConnectiCare

Focus Health Solutions

Prime Health

First Health

Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)

CarePartners of Connecticut

Senior Whole Health

Health Direct

Colonial Cooperative Care

BCBS Medicare

Inc.

Health Connecticut

Health New England

Healthy Connecticut

Connecticare Commercial

Essence Healthcare

Connecticare Medicare

Community Health Network of Connecticut

Northeast Health Direct

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Glastonbury, CT.

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-01-22

Can’t believe that after my office visit I noticed I lost a heirloom earring. Contacted office closed but spoke with answering service. I received a call back within 20 minutes and it was Dr. Bluth. Explained my problem and he was so very kind looking in the examining room while I waited. No luck but he said he would check the trash….REALLY and call me back if he finds it….Dr. Bluth called back and it was found. Thank you so very much. He has great compassion

General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Lawrence S. Bluth, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
GENZYME CORPORATION	$1,742 AUBAGIO $1,332	LEMTRADA $330	LUMIZYME $46	FABRY-DISEASE $14	$21
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.	$1,479 COPAXONE $506	AJOVY $367	AZILECT $261	AUSTEDO $127	Zecuity $125	Other $93
Biogen, Inc.	$1,231 TECFIDERA $516	Vumerity $235	PLEGRIDY $169	ZINBRYTA $147	AVONEX $77	Other $86
AbbVie Inc.	$1,156 QULIPTA $549	UBRELVY $449	Duopa $158
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation	$1,137 KESIMPTA $361	Gilenya $237	MAYZENT $185	Aimovig $163	EXELON PATCH $133	Other $57
Other	$9,261 NURTEC ODT $429	ZEPOSIA $353	Aimovig $312	AMPYRA $302	RYTARY $298	Other $7,567

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$15,278
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$471
Consulting Fee	$150
Education	$107

Biography

Dr. Lawrence Bluth sees patients in Hartford, CT and Glastonbury, CT. His medical specialties are neurophysiology and neurology (brain & spinal cord disease). His areas of expertise include nerve conduction studies (NCS), neuromuscular disorders (nerve & muscle diseases), and stroke. He is professionally affiliated with Hartford Hospital and Trinity Health of New England. Dr. Bluth takes Anthem, ConnectiCare, and Blue California, in addition to other insurance carriers. According to Hartford Healthcare, new patients are welcome to contact his office in Hartford, CT. Dr. Bluth graduated from Harvard Medical School. His medical residency was performed at Brigham and Women's Hospital and a hospital affiliated with Harvard Medical School.