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Who is Dr. Cristescu, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Milwaukee, WI?
Dr. Mircea Cristescu is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Milwaukee, WI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cristescu is fluent in English and Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cristescu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cristescu’s office at (414) 805-2060.
What languages does Dr. Cristescu speak?
Dr. Cristescu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan
What conditions does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Cristescu typically treat?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Cristescu 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. Cristescu. 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:
- Osteoporosis Fracture of the Spine
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Vertebral Compression Fracture
- Spinal Fracture from Osteoporosis
- Brittle Bone Fracture
- Fragility Fracture
- Fragility Fracture of Spine
- Pathological Vertebral Fracture
- Spinal Compression Fracture from Osteoporosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M8008XA: Age-related osteoporosis with current pathological fracture, vertebra(e), initial encounter for fracture
- M8088XG: Other osteoporosis with current pathological fracture, vertebra(e), subsequent encounter for fracture with delayed healing
- M8088XA: Other osteoporosis with current pathological fracture, vertebra(e), initial encounter for fracture
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- BPH with LUTS
- Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Narrowing of other blood vessel devices
- Other vascular device blockage
- Blood vessel implant narrowing
- Vascular graft stenosis
- Prosthetic vascular device blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82858A: Stenosis of other vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Urinary Ostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Urostomy Care
- Urinary Stoma Management
- Kidney Ostomy Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z436: Encounter for attention to other artificial openings of urinary tract
What procedures does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Cristescu typically perform?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Cristescu 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. Cristescu. 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:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Advanced Catheter Placement in Arteries
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
- Selective arterial catheterization
- Complex arterial catheter placement
- Vascular catheterization
- Angiography catheter placement
CPT Codes:
- 36247: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
- 36248: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; additional second order, third order, and beyond, abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family (List in addition to code for initial second or third order vessel as appropriate)
Also known as:
- Blood Vessel Blocking for Tumors or Organ Problems
- Vascular embolization
- Artery occlusion for tumors
- Organ ischemia embolization
- Therapeutic embolization
CPT Codes:
- 37243: Vascular embolization or occlusion, inclusive of all radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance necessary to complete the intervention; for tumors, organ ischemia, or infarction
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Kyphoplasty for Lumbar Spine Fracture
- Vertebral Augmentation (Lumbar)
- Percutaneous Kyphoplasty (Lower Back)
- Spine Fracture Repair (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 22514: Percutaneous vertebral augmentation, including cavity creation (fracture reduction and bone biopsy included when performed) using mechanical device (eg, kyphoplasty), 1 vertebral body, unilateral or bilateral cannulation, inclusive of all imaging guidance; lumbar
Also known as:
- Kyphoplasty for Thoracic Spine Fracture
- Thoracic Vertebral Augmentation
- Spine Fracture Repair (Kyphoplasty)
- Backbone Compression Fracture Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 22513: Percutaneous vertebral augmentation, including cavity creation (fracture reduction and bone biopsy included when performed) using mechanical device (eg, kyphoplasty), 1 vertebral body, unilateral or bilateral cannulation, inclusive of all imaging guidance; thoracic
Also known as:
- Exchange of Kidney Drainage Catheter
- Nephrostomy tube exchange
- Percutaneous nephrostomy catheter change
- Kidney drainage tube replacement
- Nephrostogram with catheter exchange
CPT Codes:
- 50435: Exchange nephrostomy catheter, percutaneous, including diagnostic nephrostogram and/or ureterogram when performed, imaging guidance (eg, ultrasound and/or fluoroscopy) and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Cristescu accept my insurance?
Dr. Cristescu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (414) 805-2060 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cristescu accept in Milwaukee, WI?
Dr. Cristescu in Milwaukee, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Wisconsin
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)
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Where is Dr. Cristescu's office located?
Dr. Mircea Cristescu's Primary Practice
9200 W Wisconsin Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53226
(414) 805-2060
Dr. Mircea Cristescu's Practice 2
W180N8085 Town Hall Rd Ste 301
Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
What is Dr. Cristescu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cristescu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851657571.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cristescu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cristescu
What is Dr. Mircea Cristescu's specialty?
Dr. Cristescu is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Milwaukee, WI.
What does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist do?
A vascular and interventional radiologist is responsible to diagnose and treat diseases using various imaging modalities, including fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography, and magnetic resonance imaging.
Is this Dr. Mircea Cristescu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cristescu is affiliated with Froedtert Hospital, Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital, Froedtert West Bend Hospital, Froedtert Pleasant Prairie Hospital, Mountainview 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 Mircea Cristescu accepting new patients in Milwaukee, WI?
Yes, Dr. Mircea Cristescu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mircea Cristescu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cristescu's office at (414) 805-2060 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mircea Cristescu?
Please contact Dr. Cristescu's office at (414) 805-2060 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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