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Dr. Alexander Niculescu, MD
Santa Monica, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Niculescu, Hospitalist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Alexander Niculescu, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Niculescu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Niculescu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Niculescu’s office at (818) 881-0800.
What languages does Dr. Niculescu speak?
Dr. Niculescu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Niculescu treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Niculescu 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. Niculescu. 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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Hypoglycemia
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hypoglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Low blood sugar from diabetes
- Diabetic low blood sugar
- Hypoglycemic episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11649: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hypoglycemia without coma
Also known as:
- Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
- Cellulitis
- Left Leg Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Leg Infection
- Spreading Left Leg Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
Which procedures does Dr. Niculescu perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alexander Niculescu may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Niculescu's office.
Does Dr. Niculescu accept my insurance?
Dr. Niculescu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 881-0800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Niculescu accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Niculescu in Santa Monica, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CalOptima
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Medicaid
Medicare
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Niculescu's office located?
Dr. Alexander Niculescu's Primary Practice
2021 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 245E
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(818) 881-0800
Dr. Alexander Niculescu's Practice 2
325 N Larchmont Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90004
(202) 320-5864
What is Dr. Niculescu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Niculescu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164059135.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Niculescu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Niculescu
What is Dr. Alexander Niculescu's specialty?
Dr. Niculescu is a Hospitalist near Santa Monica, CA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Niculescu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alexander Niculescu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Niculescu is affiliated with Providence Saint John's Health 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
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Is Alexander Niculescu accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Niculescu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Niculescu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Niculescu's office at (818) 881-0800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Niculescu?
Please contact Dr. Niculescu's office at (818) 881-0800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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