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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Deftu, Internist in Fallon, NV?
Dr. Ileana Deftu, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fallon, NV with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Deftu is fluent in English, French, and Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Deftu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Deftu’s office at (775) 770-3081.
Where did Dr. Deftu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University Of Tichreen Faculty Of Med Lattakia Syria
Is Dr. Deftu board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Ileana Deftu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Deftu speak?
Dr. Deftu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Deftu typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Deftu 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. Deftu. 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 Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Cerebral Atherosclerosis
- Brain Disease
- Hardening of Brain Arteries
- Brain Artery Plaque
- Cerebral Artery Disease
- Brain Blood Vessel Hardening
ICD-10 Codes:
- I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Deftu typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ileana Deftu may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Deftu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Deftu accept my insurance?
Dr. Deftu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (775) 770-3081 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Deftu accept in Fallon, NV?
Dr. Deftu in Fallon, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Renown Health
UnitedHealth Group
Universal Health Services
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Where is Dr. Deftu's office located?
What is Dr. Deftu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Deftu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356568711.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Deftu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Deftu
What is Dr. Ileana Deftu's specialty?
Dr. Deftu is a Internist near Fallon, NV.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Ileana Deftu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Deftu is affiliated with Renown Regional Medical Center, Carson Tahoe Regional 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
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Is Ileana Deftu accepting new patients in Fallon, NV?
Yes, Dr. Ileana Deftu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ileana Deftu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Deftu's office at (775) 770-3081 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ileana Deftu?
Please contact Dr. Deftu's office at (775) 770-3081 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ileana Deftu have?
Dr. Ileana Deftu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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