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Dr. Elena Puscasiu, MD

Providence, RI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Puscasiu, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Providence, RI?

    Dr. Elena Puscasiu, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Providence, RI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Puscasiu is fluent in English, Moldavian, Moldovan, Romanian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Puscasiu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Puscasiu’s office at (401) 793-2931.

    What languages does Dr. Puscasiu speak?

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

    • English

    • Moldavian

    • Moldovan

    • Romanian

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Puscasiu treat?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Puscasiu 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. Puscasiu. 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:

    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallstones with Acute and Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation
    • Mixed cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Acute and chronic gallbladder attack
    • Long-term Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Chronic Cholecystitis
    • Ongoing Gallbladder Issues
    • Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Gallbladder attack with stones

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
    • K8012: Calculus of gallbladder with acute and chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
    • K811: Chronic cholecystitis
    • K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Ruptured Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection and Tissue Death
    • Severe Acute Appendicitis with Perforation, Infection, and Abscess
    • Appendicitis
    • Peritoneal Disorder
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack
    • Perforated Appendix with Gangrene
    • Localized Ruptured Appendix
    • Appendix Rupture with Tissue Death
    • Burst Appendix with Gangrene and Abscess
    • Perforated Appendix with Localized Infection and Tissue Death
    • Complicated Appendicitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
    • K3532: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, without abscess
    • K3533: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, with abscess

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • EoE
    • Allergic Esophagitis
    • Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Epidermal Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Epidermoid Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L720: Epidermal cyst

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils
    • Tonsil hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils
    • Big tonsils

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J351: Hypertrophy of tonsils

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • One Undescended Testicle
    • Testicular Disorder
    • Unilateral Cryptorchidism
    • Testicle Not Dropped
    • Maldescended Testicle

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q5310: Unspecified undescended testicle, unilateral

    Does Dr. Puscasiu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Puscasiu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 793-2931 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Puscasiu accept in Providence, RI?

    Dr. Puscasiu in Providence, RI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Plans

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Neighborhood Health Plan (RI)

    • Point32Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Puscasiu's office located?

    Dr. Elena Puscasiu's Primary Practice

    164 Summit Ave Ste C

    Providence, RI 02906

    (401) 793-2931

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    Dr. Elena Puscasiu's Practice 2

    593 Eddy St # 12

    Providence, RI 02903

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    Dr. Elena Puscasiu's Practice 3

    11 Friendship St

    Newport, RI 02840

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

    Dr. Puscasiu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801048749.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Puscasiu?

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

    What is Dr. Elena Puscasiu's specialty?

    Dr. Puscasiu is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Providence, RI. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Puscasiu to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Elena Puscasiu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Puscasiu is affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital, The Miriam Hospital, Tufts Medical Center, South County Hospital Campus 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 Elena Puscasiu accepting new patients in Providence, RI?

    Yes, Dr. Elena Puscasiu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Elena Puscasiu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Puscasiu's office at (401) 793-2931 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Elena Puscasiu?

    Please contact Dr. Puscasiu's office at (401) 793-2931 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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