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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, Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Puscasiu’s practice accepts Medicare 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
Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan
Spanish
What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Puscasiu typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Ruptured Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection and Tissue Death
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
- Perforated Appendix with Gangrene
- Localized Ruptured Appendix
- Appendix Rupture with Tissue Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
- K3532: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, without abscess
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Acute and Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
- Mixed cholecystitis with gallstones
- Acute and chronic gallbladder attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
- K8012: Calculus of gallbladder with acute and chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
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:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
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
What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Puscasiu typically perform?
As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Elena Puscasiu may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Puscasiu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Allied Benefit Systems
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island
Point32Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
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.
What does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist do?
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.
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, South County Hospital Campus, Tufts Medical Center, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, William W. Backus Hospital 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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