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Who is Dr. Nitu, Physiatrist in Syracuse, NY?
Dr. Andreea Nitu, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Syracuse, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Nitu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nitu’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nitu’s office at (315) 464-3751.
What languages does Dr. Nitu speak?
Dr. Nitu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Nitu typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Nitu 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. Nitu. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Other Specified Aftercare
- Specific post-op care
- Specialized recovery care
- Follow-up for specific procedures
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Need for Personal Care Assistance
- Help with daily living
- Assistance with self-care
- Activities of daily living support
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z741: Need for assistance with personal care
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Nitu typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Andreea Nitu may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Nitu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nitu accept my insurance?
Dr. Nitu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (315) 464-3751 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nitu accept in Syracuse, NY?
Dr. Nitu in Syracuse, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicaid
Medicare
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nitu's office located?
What is Dr. Nitu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nitu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740548486.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nitu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nitu
What is Dr. Andreea Nitu's specialty?
Dr. Nitu is a Physiatrist near Syracuse, NY.
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 this Dr. Andreea Nitu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nitu is affiliated with Upstate University Hospital 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 Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Andreea Nitu accepting new patients in Syracuse, NY?
Yes, Dr. Andreea Nitu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andreea Nitu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nitu's office at (315) 464-3751 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andreea Nitu?
Please contact Dr. Nitu's office at (315) 464-3751 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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