Dr. Anca Dinescu, MD

Washington, DC

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Dinescu, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Washington, DC?

Dr. Anca Dinescu, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Dinescu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dinescu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dinescu’s office at (212) 241-1782.

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

Medical School: Carol Davila University of Medicine & Pharmacy

Is Dr. Dinescu board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

Yes, Dr. Anca Dinescu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

What languages does Dr. Dinescu speak?

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

English

What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dinescu typically treat?

As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dinescu 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. Dinescu. 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:

Palliative Care
Comfort care
Supportive care
Symptom management care

ICD-10 Codes:

Z515: Encounter for palliative care

Also known as:

Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
Heart Failure
Acute Decompensated HFrEF
Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure

ICD-10 Codes:

I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure

What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dinescu typically perform?

As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Anca Dinescu may include:

Please contact Dr. Dinescu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

Does Dr. Dinescu accept my insurance?

Dr. Dinescu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 241-1782 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Dinescu accept in Washington, DC?

Dr. Dinescu in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Cigna Group
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Riverside Health
UnitedHealth Group

View All Insurances

Where is Dr. Dinescu's office located?

Dr. Anca Dinescu's Primary Practice

3007 Tilden St NW Ste 5N

Washington, DC 20008

(212) 241-1782

Get Directions

What hospitals are Dr. Dinescu affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Dinescu has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Medstar Washington Hospital Center,Washington, DC

Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked in 8 Procedures

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

Dr. Dinescu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376663419.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dinescu?

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

What is Dr. Anca Dinescu's specialty?

Dr. Dinescu is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Washington, DC.

What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?

An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.

Is Dr. Anca Dinescu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Dinescu is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.