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Who is Dr. Cristescu, Rheumatologist in Colorado Springs, CO?
Dr. Dan Cristescu, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Colorado Springs, CO with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Cristescu is fluent in English, French, and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cristescu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cristescu’s office at (719) 475-9613.
Is Dr. Cristescu board certified as a Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Dan Cristescu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Cristescu speak?
Dr. Cristescu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Italian
What conditions does Dr. Cristescu treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Cristescu 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. Cristescu. 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
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0689: Other specified rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sites
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
- M0589: Other rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Age-Related Osteoporosis with Fracture
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
- Senile osteoporosis with broken bone
- Elderly brittle bones with fracture
- Osteoporosis fracture in older adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
- M8000XD: Age-related osteoporosis with current pathological fracture, unspecified site, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- Autoimmune Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
- M3210: Systemic lupus erythematosus, organ or system involvement unspecified
Also known as:
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- AS', 'Bechterew's Disease
- Inflammatory Spinal Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M450: Ankylosing spondylitis of multiple sites in spine
- M459: Ankylosing spondylitis of unspecified sites in spine
Also known as:
- Other Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Atypical psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis-related joint condition
- Unspecified psoriatic arthropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4059: Other psoriatic arthropathy
Also known as:
- High Antibody Levels
- Immune System and Disorder
- Elevated Antibody Titer
- Increased Antibodies
- Positive Antibody Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R760: Raised antibody titer
Also known as:
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Systemic Connective Tissue Disease
- Rheumatic Connective Tissue Disease
- Autoimmune Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M359: Systemic involvement of connective tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gout in multiple joints
- Gout
- Gouty arthritis
- Acute gout
- Uric acid arthritis
- Crystal arthritis
- Gouty Arthritis
- Hyperuricemia
- Uric Acid Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1009: Idiopathic gout, multiple sites
- M1A9XX1: Chronic gout, unspecified, with tophus (tophi)
Also known as:
- Multiple Site Bone Density and Structure Disorder
- Bone Density
- Bone Disease
- Widespread Bone Density Disorder
- Generalized Bone Structure Problem
- Multi-site Bone Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M8589: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Primary Widespread Arthritis
- Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis
Which procedures does Dr. Cristescu perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Dan Cristescu 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. Cristescu's office.
Does Dr. Cristescu accept my insurance?
Dr. Cristescu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (719) 475-9613 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cristescu accept in Colorado Springs, CO?
Dr. Cristescu in Colorado Springs, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cristescu's office located?
Dr. Dan Cristescu's Primary Practice
595 Chapel Hills Dr Ste 201
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
(719) 475-9613
What is Dr. Cristescu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cristescu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972784601.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cristescu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cristescu
What is Dr. Dan Cristescu's specialty?
Dr. Cristescu is a Rheumatologist near Colorado Springs, CO. 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. Cristescu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Dan Cristescu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Cristescu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Uchealth Memorial Hospital Central, San Luis Valley Health - Regional Medical Center, Commonspirit - Penrose Hospital, Rio Grande Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Dan Cristescu accepting new patients in Colorado Springs, CO?
Yes, Dr. Dan Cristescu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dan Cristescu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cristescu's office at (719) 475-9613 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dan Cristescu?
Please contact Dr. Cristescu's office at (719) 475-9613 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dan Cristescu have?
Dr. Dan Cristescu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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