23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tamasdan, Pain Medicine Specialist in Bridgeport, CT?
Dr. Cristina Tamasdan, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bridgeport, CT with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Tamasdan graduated from Universitatea De Medicina Si Farmacie Grigore T. Popa and completed her residency at Bridgeport Hospital Program. Dr. Tamasdan is fluent in English, Moldavian, Moldovan, and Romanian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tamasdan’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tamasdan’s office at (203) 382-2350.
Where did Dr. Tamasdan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Bridgeport Hospital Program
Medical School: Grigore T. Popa | Universitatea De Medicina Si Farmacie Grigore T. Popa
Is Dr. Tamasdan board certified in Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Cristina Tamasdan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tamasdan speak?
Dr. Tamasdan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Moldavian
Moldovan
Romanian
What conditions does Dr. Tamasdan treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tamasdan 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. Tamasdan. 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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Acute pain from injury
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
- Traumatic pain
- Injury pain
- Sudden pain from trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
- G8911: Acute pain due to trauma
Also known as:
- Cancer pain
- Pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
- R52: Pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic pain after medical procedure
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
- Chronic post-operative pain
- Long-term pain after surgery
- Persistent post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
- G8928: Other chronic postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Back Pain
- Low Back Pain
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M5459: Other low back pain
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Left-Sided Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Left Lumbago and Sciatica
- Left Back and Leg Pain
- Left Sciatic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5442: Lumbago with sciatica, left side
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Drug-Induced Nerve Damage
- Drug Reactions
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Medication-Induced Neuropathy
- Toxic Neuropathy
- Drug-Related Nerve Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G620: Drug-induced polyneuropathy
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Spinal Cord Condition
- Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G959: Disease of spinal cord, unspecified
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Tamasdan perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Cristina Tamasdan may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tamasdan's office.
Does Dr. Tamasdan accept my insurance?
Dr. Tamasdan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 382-2350 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tamasdan accept in Bridgeport, CT?
Dr. Tamasdan in Bridgeport, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Medicare
OptumRx
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tamasdan's office located?
Dr. Cristina Tamasdan's Primary Practice
2800 Main St Fl 4
Bridgeport, CT 06606
(203) 382-2350
What is Dr. Tamasdan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tamasdan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134329436.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tamasdan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tamasdan
What is Dr. Cristina Tamasdan's specialty?
Dr. Tamasdan is a Pain Medicine Specialist near Bridgeport, CT. Pain medicine is a primary medical specialty centered on a distinct body of knowledge and a defined clinical scope, grounded in science, research, and education. This type of medicine focuses on the study, prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of individuals experiencing pain. A comprehensive evaluation considers physical, psychological, cognitive, and socio-cultural factors contributing to pain. Treatment options include pharmacological, invasive, behavioral, cognitive, rehabilitative and complementary strategies, based on the patient's specific needs. Pain medicine physicians serves as primary care providers for the management of pain or can also act as consultants to other physicians, direct an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary treatment team, conduct research, or advocate for the patient's pain care with public and private agencies. These physicians work in various settings, including offices, clinics, hospitals, universities, and governmental or public institutions. Contact Dr. Tamasdan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Cristina Tamasdan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tamasdan is affiliated with St. Vincent's Medical Center - Bridgeport, Hartford 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 Cristina Tamasdan accepting new patients in Bridgeport, CT?
Yes, Dr. Cristina Tamasdan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cristina Tamasdan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tamasdan's office at (203) 382-2350 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cristina Tamasdan?
Please contact Dr. Tamasdan's office at (203) 382-2350 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Cristina Tamasdan have?
Dr. Cristina Tamasdan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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