Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buhaescu, Rheumatologist in Burlington, MA?
Dr. Irina Buhaescu, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Burlington, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Buhaescu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buhaescu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buhaescu’s office at (781) 744-8000.
Is Dr. Buhaescu board certified in Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Irina Buhaescu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Buhaescu speak?
Dr. Buhaescu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Buhaescu treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Buhaescu 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. Buhaescu. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
- M0600: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, unspecified site
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Widespread Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of the right hand
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
- Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Multiple Joint Arthritis
- Polyarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
- M159: Polyosteoarthritis, unspecified
- M19041: Primary osteoarthritis, right hand
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Giant cell arteritis
- Giant Cell Arteritis
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- Temporal arteritis', 'Horton's disease
- Cranial arteritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M316: Other giant cell arteritis
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjogren's Syndrome with Arthritis
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjogren Syndrome
- Sjögren's Disease
- Arthritis
- Autoimmune Dry Eye Syndrome
- Dry Mouth Syndrome
- Sjogren's Arthropathy
- Joint Pain from Sjogren's', 'Inflammatory Joint Disease with Sjogren's
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3500: Sjogren syndrome, unspecified
- M3505: Sjogren syndrome with inflammatory arthritis
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Gout
- Gouty Arthritis
- Uric Acid Arthritis
- Hyperuricemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- M109: Gout, unspecified
Also known as:
- High C-Reactive Protein
- Blood
- C-Reactive Protein (CRP) Test
- Elevated CRP
- High CRP levels
- C-reactive protein elevation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7982: Elevated C-reactive protein (CRP)
Also known as:
- Other Forms of Arthritis
- Arthritis
- Unspecified Arthritis
- Arthritis Not Elsewhere Classified
- Joint Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1380: Other specified arthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Which procedures does Dr. Buhaescu perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Irina Buhaescu may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Buhaescu's office.
Does Dr. Buhaescu accept my insurance?
Dr. Buhaescu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 744-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buhaescu accept in Burlington, MA?
Dr. Buhaescu in Burlington, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Martin's Point
Medicare
Molina
Other TPA
Point32Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Buhaescu's office located?
What is Dr. Buhaescu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buhaescu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619144052.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buhaescu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buhaescu
What is Dr. Irina Buhaescu's specialty?
Dr. Buhaescu is a Rheumatologist near Burlington, MA. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Buhaescu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Irina Buhaescu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buhaescu is affiliated with Lahey Hospital & Medical Center 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 Rheumatologist?
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Is Irina Buhaescu accepting new patients in Burlington, MA?
Yes, Dr. Irina Buhaescu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Irina Buhaescu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buhaescu's office at (781) 744-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Irina Buhaescu?
Please contact Dr. Buhaescu's office at (781) 744-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Irina Buhaescu have?
Dr. Irina Buhaescu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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