31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cristea, Neurologist in Merrillville, IN?
Dr. Richard Cristea, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Merrillville, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Cristea graduated from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science and completed his residency at Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Neurology; Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Internal Medicine. Dr. Cristea is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cristea’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cristea’s office at (219) 767-0777.
Where did Dr. Cristea go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Neurology; Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Internal Medicine | Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Medical School: Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science
Is Dr. Cristea board certified in Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Cristea, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Cristea speak?
Dr. Cristea and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Cristea treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Cristea 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. Cristea. 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:
- 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:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Cognitive and Awareness Problems
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- Mental Disorder
- Mental Function Issues
- Thinking Problems
- Awareness Difficulties
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4189: Other symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions and awareness
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
Also known as:
- Numbness or Tingling
- Neurologic Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Paresthesia
- Skin Numbness
- Tingling Sensation
- Pins and Needles
ICD-10 Codes:
- R202: Paresthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Post-Traumatic Headache
- Headache
- Headache after injury
- Concussion Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G44309: Post-traumatic headache, unspecified, not intractable
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Skin Numbness
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Occipital Neuralgia
- Headache
- Nerve Pain in Back of Head
- Occipital Nerve Pain
- Neuralgia of the Head
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5481: Occipital neuralgia
Also known as:
- Tremor
- Shaking
- Involuntary Shaking
- Essential Tremor
- Parkinsonian Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- R251: Tremor, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
What procedures does Dr. Cristea perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Cristea 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. Cristea. 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:
- Greater Occipital Nerve Block
- Occipital Nerve Injection
- Headache Nerve Block
- Steroid Injection for Occipital Neuralgia
CPT Codes:
- 64405: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; greater occipital nerve
Does Dr. Cristea accept my insurance?
Dr. Cristea accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (219) 767-0777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cristea accept in Merrillville, IN?
Dr. Cristea in Merrillville, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cristea's office located?
Dr. Richard Cristea's Primary Practice
521 E 86th Ave Ste Z
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 767-0777
What is Dr. Cristea's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cristea's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992858641.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cristea?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cristea
What is Dr. Richard Cristea's specialty?
Dr. Cristea is a Neurologist near Merrillville, IN.
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Contact Dr. Cristea to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Richard Cristea affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cristea is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Franciscan Health Crown Point 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 Richard Cristea accepting new patients in Merrillville, IN?
Yes, Dr. Richard Cristea is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Cristea offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cristea's office at (219) 767-0777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Cristea?
Please contact Dr. Cristea's office at (219) 767-0777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Cristea have?
Dr. Richard Cristea is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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