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Dr. Alexander Niculescu, MD

Hospitalist, Family Medicine Specialist, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist

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. Dr. Niculescu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Niculescu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 a Hospitalist like Dr. Niculescu typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, 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:

    • Recurrent Depression
    • Depression
    • Chronic depression
    • Repeated depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Schizophrenia
    • Psychotic disorder
    • Thought disorder
    • Mental illness with psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Niculescu typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Niculescu may include:

    Please contact Dr. Niculescu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    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

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Heritage Health

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Preferred IPA

    • St. Joseph Health System (CA)

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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

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    Dr. Alexander Niculescu's Practice 2

    4867 W Sunset Blvd

    Los Angeles, CA 90027

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    Dr. Alexander Niculescu's Practice 3

    18321 Clark St

    Tarzana, CA 91356

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    What is Dr. Niculescu's NPI number?A 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.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Alexander Niculescu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Niculescu is affiliated with Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center, Providence Saint John's Health Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Community Hospital Of Huntington Park, Community Memorial Hospital - Ventura which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Dr. 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 Dr. Alexander Niculescu?

    Please contact Dr. Niculescu's office at (818) 881-0800 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Niculescu's office located?

    Dr. Niculescu's offices are located in Santa Monica, CA, Los Angeles, CA, and Tarzana, CA.