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Dr. Adrian Popescu, MD

Dr. Adrian Popescu, MD

Physiatrist

Philadelphia, PA

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Popescu, Physiatrist in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Adrian Popescu, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Popescu graduated from Carol Davila University of Medicine & Pharmacy and completed his residency at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. He is a member of the International Spine Intervention Society, American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and North American Spine Society. Dr. Popescu is fluent in English and Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Popescu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Popescu’s office.

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

    • Fellowship: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania

    • Residency: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania | University Hospital of Bucharest

    • Medical School: Carol Davila University of Medicine & Pharmacy | Carol Davila University of Medicine & Pharmacy | Universitatea de Medicina si Farmacie Carol Davila

    Is Dr. Popescu board certified as a Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Adrian Popescu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation since 2011

    What languages does Dr. Popescu speak?

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

    • English
    • Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Popescu typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Popescu 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. Popescu. 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:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Disc Degeneration
    • Lumbosacral Disc Degeneration
    • Worn Spinal Discs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5137: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Popescu typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Popescu 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. Popescu. 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:

    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Management Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
    • 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
    • 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
    • Facet joint block
    • Zygapophyseal joint injection
    • Lower back facet injection
    • Sacral facet injection
    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
    • Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
    • Lumbar Facet Denervation

    CPT Codes:

    • 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 64636: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, each additional facet joint (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
    • Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
    • Sacral Facet Nerve Block
    • Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64635: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, single facet joint

    Does Dr. Popescu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Popescu 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. Popescu accept in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Popescu in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Popescu's office located?

    Oral And Maxillofacial Surgery Hup

    3400 Spruce St Fl 5 Bldg Oral

    Philadelphia, PA 19104

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    Dr. Adrian Popescu's Practice 2

    1800 Lombard St Fl 3

    Philadelphia, PA 19146

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    • Member of International Spine Intervention Society

    • Member of American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    • Member of North American Spine Society

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

    Dr. Popescu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093871774.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Popescu?

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

    What is Dr. Adrian Popescu's specialty?

    Dr. Popescu is a Physiatrist near Philadelphia, PA.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Adrian Popescu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Popescu is affiliated with Penn Medicine Pennsylvania Hospital, Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Virtua Voorhees Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Penn Medicine Doylestown 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 Dr. Adrian Popescu accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Adrian Popescu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Adrian Popescu offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Adrian Popescu?

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

    Where is Dr. Popescu's office located?

    Dr. Popescu's office is located in Philadelphia, PA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Adrian Popescu have?

    Dr. Adrian Popescu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.