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Dr. Nicoara Oprescu

Dr. Nicoara Oprescu

Kalamazoo, MI

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Oprescu, Internist in Kalamazoo, MI?

    Dr. Nicoara Oprescu is an Internist, who primarily practices in Kalamazoo, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Oprescu graduated from Universitatea de Medicina si Farmacie Carol Davila and completed his residency at St Joseph Mercy-Oakland, Internal Medicine. Dr. Oprescu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Oprescu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Oprescu’s office at (269) 381-6290.

    Where did Dr. Oprescu go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: St Joseph Mercy-Oakland, Internal Medicine | St Joseph Mercy-Oakland Program

    • Medical School: Carol Davila University of Medicine & Pharmacy | Universitatea de Medicina si Farmacie Carol Davila

    Is Dr. Oprescu board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Nicoara Oprescu is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Oprescu speak?

    Dr. Oprescu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Oprescu treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Oprescu 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. Oprescu. 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Unsteadiness on Feet
    • Walking Problems
    • Feeling Unsteady
    • Balance Problems
    • Dizziness While Standing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2681: Unsteadiness on feet

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    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:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, 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:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Acute Decompensated HFpEF
    • Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    Which procedures does Dr. Oprescu perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Nicoara Oprescu may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Oprescu's office.

    Does Dr. Oprescu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Oprescu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (269) 381-6290 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Oprescu accept in Kalamazoo, MI?

    Dr. Oprescu in Kalamazoo, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • McLaren Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Michigan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Oprescu's office located?

    Dr. Nicoara Oprescu's Primary Practice

    1521 Gull Rd

    Kalamazoo, MI 49048

    (269) 381-6290

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    Dr. Nicoara Oprescu's Practice 2

    5943 Stadium Dr Ste 3

    Kalamazoo, MI 49009

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    Dr. Nicoara Oprescu's Practice 3

    3427 Gull Rd

    Nazareth, MI 49074

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    What is Dr. Oprescu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Oprescu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225146533.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Oprescu?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Oprescu

    What is Dr. Nicoara Oprescu's specialty?

    Dr. Oprescu is a Internist near Kalamazoo, MI.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

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    Is this Dr. Nicoara Oprescu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Oprescu is affiliated with Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph 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 Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Nicoara Oprescu accepting new patients in Kalamazoo, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Nicoara Oprescu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nicoara Oprescu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Oprescu's office at (269) 381-6290 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nicoara Oprescu?

    Please contact Dr. Oprescu's office at (269) 381-6290 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nicoara Oprescu have?

    Dr. Nicoara Oprescu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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