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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cristea, Pediatric Pulmonologist in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Aura Cristea, MD is a Pediatric Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Cristea is fluent in English, Moldavian, Moldovan, and Romanian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cristea’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cristea’s office.
Is Dr. Cristea board certified in Pediatric Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Aura Cristea, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Cristea speak?
Dr. Cristea and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Moldavian
Moldovan
Romanian
What conditions does Dr. Cristea treat?
As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, Dr. Cristea diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Cristea. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD)
- Bronchial Disorder
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Chronic Lung Disease of Infancy
- BPD in Newborns
- Baby Lung Development Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- P271: Bronchopulmonary dysplasia originating in the perinatal period
Also known as:
- Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Acute Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Long-term lung failure
- Ongoing breathing failure
- Chronic lung insufficiency
- Sudden lung failure with high CO2
- Hypercapnic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypercapnia
- Long-Term Lung Failure with CO2 Retention
- Chronic Hypercapnic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Excess CO2
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9610: Chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9602: Acute respiratory failure with hypercapnia
- J9612: Chronic respiratory failure with hypercapnia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Severe Asthma Attack
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
- Status Asthmaticus
- Life-Threatening Asthma
- Asthma Crisis
- Asthma Emergency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
- J45902: Unspecified asthma with status asthmaticus
Also known as:
- Dependence on Ventilator
- Respirator Dependence
- Breathing Machine Reliance
- Long-term Ventilation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9911: Dependence on respirator [ventilator] status
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
Also known as:
- Having a Tracheostomy
- Tracheal Disorder
- Trach tube
- Tracheotomy
- Tracheal opening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z930: Tracheostomy status
Also known as:
- Extremely Premature Baby
- Premature Baby
- Premature Babies
- Very preterm infant
- Extremely preterm newborn
- Micro-preemie
- Preterm newborn
- Early birth
- Preemie
ICD-10 Codes:
- P0724: Extreme immaturity of newborn, gestational age 25 completed weeks
- P0730: Preterm newborn, unspecified weeks of gestation
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Other Personal Health Risks
- Other health risk factors
- Specific personal risks
- Individual health concerns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9189: Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Feeding Difficulties
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
Also known as:
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Hypertension from Lung Disease
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs from Lung Problems
- Hypoxic Pulmonary Hypertension
- Lung Disease Related Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2723: Pulmonary hypertension due to lung diseases and hypoxia
Also known as:
- Other Lung Disease
- Lung Disease
- Various lung conditions
- Unspecified lung disorder
- Miscellaneous lung problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J984: Other disorders of lung
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Cristea perform as a Pediatric Pulmonologist?
As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Aura Cristea may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cristea's office.
Does Dr. Cristea accept my insurance?
Dr. Cristea accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cristea accept in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Cristea in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareSource
Centene
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicaid
State of Indiana
State of Virginia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cristea's office located?
What is Dr. Cristea's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cristea's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477724862.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cristea?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cristea
What is Dr. Aura Cristea's specialty?
Dr. Cristea is a Pediatric Pulmonologist near Indianapolis, IN. A pediatrician dedicated to preventing and treating respiratory diseases in infants, children, and young adults. This specialist possesses in-depth knowledge of lung growth and development, assesses respiratory function in young patients, and is experienced in various invasive and noninvasive diagnostic techniques. Contact Dr. Cristea to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Aura Cristea affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cristea is affiliated with Iu Health Methodist Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Pulmonologist?
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Is Aura Cristea accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?
Yes, Dr. Aura Cristea is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Aura Cristea offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cristea's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Aura Cristea?
Please contact Dr. Cristea's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Aura Cristea have?
Dr. Aura Cristea is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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Connect with DR. Cristea
705 Riley Hospital Dr # 4270
Indianapolis, IN 46202