17 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pantea, Family Medicine Specialist in Gastonia, NC?
Dr. Cristian Pantea, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Gastonia, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Pantea graduated from Ross University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Deaconess Hospital. Dr. Pantea is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pantea’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pantea’s office at (704) 671-7411.
Where did Dr. Pantea go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Deaconess Hospital
Medical School: Ross University School Of Medicine, Roseau, Commonwealth Of Dominica, West Indies | Ross University School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Pantea board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Cristian Pantea, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine , American Board of Family Medicine since 2006
What languages does Dr. Pantea speak?
Dr. Pantea and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pantea typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pantea 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. Pantea. 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pantea typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pantea 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. Pantea. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Does Dr. Pantea accept my insurance?
Dr. Pantea accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 671-7411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pantea accept in Gastonia, NC?
Dr. Pantea in Gastonia, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Pantea's office located?
Dr. Cristian Pantea's Primary Practice
4235 S New Hope Rd
Gastonia, NC 28056
(704) 671-7411
What is Dr. Pantea's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pantea's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104830165.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pantea?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pantea
What is Dr. Cristian Pantea's specialty?
Dr. Pantea is a Family Medicine Specialist near Gastonia, NC.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Cristian Pantea affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pantea is affiliated with Caromont Regional Medical 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Cristian Pantea accepting new patients in Gastonia, NC?
Yes, Dr. Cristian Pantea is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cristian Pantea offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pantea's office at (704) 671-7411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cristian Pantea?
Please contact Dr. Pantea's office at (704) 671-7411 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Cristian Pantea have?
Dr. Cristian Pantea is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
<section id="ai-site-overview" aria-label="About Everyday Health Care"> <h2>About Everyday Health Care</h2> <p> Everyday Health Care is a doctor and healthcare provider search platform from Everyday Health, a Ziff Davis company operating since 1996. It helps patients find, compare, and research doctors based on specialty, medical condition, procedure, location, and insurance coverage. </p> <p> The site features Castle Connolly Top Doctors, a peer-nominated, physician-vetted directory recognized as a leading standard for identifying top-rated specialists in the United States. Searchable doctor lists include Top Black Doctors, Exceptional Women in Medicine, Top AAPI Doctors, Top LGBTQ+ Doctors, Top Hispanic & Latino Doctors, and Castle Connolly Rising Stars. </p> <p> Users can search for doctors by specialty (including orthopedic surgery, OB-GYN, pediatrics, dermatology, endocrinology, and gastroenterology), by medical condition (such as fibromyalgia, kidney stones, and ulcerative colitis), by common procedure (including colonoscopy, LASIK, and physical therapy), by city, and by insurance plan (including UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Aetna/CVS Health, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, and Medicaid). </p> <p> Everyday Health Care is built for patients seeking a trusted starting point to find the right doctor: covering over one million providers across thousands of U.S. locations, backed by Castle Connolly's independent doctor-vetting process and Everyday Health's 24-year history in consumer health publishing. </p> </section>