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Dr. Richard Barbu, MD

Suffolk, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Barbu, Diagnostic Radiologist in Suffolk, VA?

    Dr. Richard Barbu, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Suffolk, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Barbu completed his residency at Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Neuroradiology; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology; Staten Island Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Barbu is fluent in English and Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barbu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barbu’s office.

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

    • Residency: Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Neuroradiology; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology; Staten Island Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine

    Is Dr. Barbu board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Barbu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Barbu speak?

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

    • English
    • Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan

    What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Barbu typically treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Barbu 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. Barbu. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Barbu typically perform?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Barbu performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Barbu. 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:

    • Uterine Catheterization for Imaging
    • Saline Infusion Sonohysterography Prep
    • Hysterosalpingography Prep
    • Uterine Contrast Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 58340: Catheterization and introduction of saline or contrast material for saline infusion sonohysterography (SIS) or hysterosalpingography

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Arthrography Injection
    • Diagnostic Imaging
    • Shoulder MRI Injection
    • Shoulder CT Injection
    • Joint Injection for Imaging
    • Contrast Injection for Shoulder Scan

    CPT Codes:

    • 23350: Injection procedure for shoulder arthrography or enhanced CT/MRI shoulder arthrography

    Does Dr. Barbu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Barbu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Barbu accept in Suffolk, VA?

    Dr. Barbu in Suffolk, VA 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Trustmark Mutual Holding Company

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    Where is Dr. Barbu's office located?

    Dr. Richard Barbu's Primary Practice

    5818 Harbour View Blvd

    Suffolk, VA 23435

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    Dr. Richard Barbu's Practice 2

    600 Gresham Dr

    Norfolk, VA 23507

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    Dr. Richard Barbu's Practice 3

    3636 High St

    Portsmouth, VA 23707

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

    Dr. Barbu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437250875.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barbu?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Barbu's specialty?

    Dr. Barbu is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Suffolk, VA.

    What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?

    A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.

    Is Dr. Richard Barbu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Barbu is affiliated with Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Careplex Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Riverside Doctors' Hospital Williamsburg 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

    When to see a Diagnostic Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Diagnostic Radiologist. Explore 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 Dr. Richard Barbu accepting new patients in Suffolk, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Barbu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Barbu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Barbu's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Barbu?

    Please contact Dr. Barbu's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Barbu's office located?

    Dr. Barbu's offices are located in Suffolk, VA, Norfolk, VA, and Portsmouth, VA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Barbu have?

    Dr. Richard Barbu is certified by the American Board of Radiology.