Dr. Elena Nedelcu, MD
San Francisco, CA
24 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nedelcu, Clinical Pathologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Elena Nedelcu, MD is a Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Nedelcu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nedelcu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nedelcu’s office at (713) 500-5371.
Where did Dr. Nedelcu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Carol Davila University of Medicine & Pharmacy
Is Dr. Nedelcu board certified as a Clinical Pathologist?
Yes, Dr. Elena Nedelcu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Nedelcu speak?
Dr. Nedelcu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Nedelcu typically treat?
As a Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Nedelcu 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. Nedelcu. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
- Diffuse left female breast cancer
- Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
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:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Esophageal Cancer
- Esophagus Cancer
- Esophageal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C159: Malignant neoplasm of esophagus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Endometrial Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Endometrial Tumor
- Endometrial Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Endometrium
ICD-10 Codes:
- C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium
What procedures does a Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Nedelcu typically perform?
As a Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Elena Nedelcu 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. Nedelcu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nedelcu accept my insurance?
Dr. Nedelcu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 500-5371 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nedelcu accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Nedelcu in San Francisco, CA 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 Corporation
Community Health Network of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Imperial Health Holdings
Other Provider Networks
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Nedelcu's office located?
What is Dr. Nedelcu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nedelcu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366515231.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nedelcu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nedelcu
What is Dr. Elena Nedelcu's specialty?
Dr. Nedelcu is a Clinical Pathologist near San Francisco, CA.
What does a Clinical Pathologist do?
A pathologist specializes in understanding the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment through laboratory applications of biological, chemical, and physical sciences. They analyze information obtained from microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, as well as clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, and monitor diseases.
Is this Dr. Elena Nedelcu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nedelcu is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, Uc Davis Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, Sutter Roseville Medical Center 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 Clinical Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Elena Nedelcu accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Elena Nedelcu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elena Nedelcu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nedelcu's office at (713) 500-5371 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elena Nedelcu?
Please contact Dr. Nedelcu's office at (713) 500-5371 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Elena Nedelcu have?
Dr. Elena Nedelcu is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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