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Who is Dr. Budianu, Rheumatologist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Monica Budianu, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Budianu is fluent in English, Moldavian, Moldovan, and Romanian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Budianu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Budianu’s office at (619) 245-2355.
Is Dr. Budianu board certified in Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Monica Budianu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Budianu speak?
Dr. Budianu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Moldavian
Moldovan
Romanian
What conditions does Dr. Budianu treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Budianu 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. Budianu. 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:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
- M0600: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, unspecified site
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis of the right hand
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Widespread Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Multiple Joint Arthritis
- Polyarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M19041: Primary osteoarthritis, right hand
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M159: Polyosteoarthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Multiple Site Bone Density and Structure Disorder
- Bone Density
- Bone Disease
- Widespread Bone Density Disorder
- Generalized Bone Structure Problem
- Multi-site Bone Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M8589: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjogren Syndrome
- Sjögren's Disease
- Autoimmune Dry Eye Syndrome
- Dry Mouth Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3500: Sjogren syndrome, unspecified
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:
- Lupus kidney disease
- Kidney Disease
- Lupus
- Lupus nephritis
- Kidney inflammation from lupus
- Glomerulonephritis in SLE
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3214: Glomerular disease in systemic lupus erythematosus
Which procedures does Dr. Budianu perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Monica Budianu may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Budianu's office.
Does Dr. Budianu accept my insurance?
Dr. Budianu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 245-2355 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Budianu accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Budianu in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Territories
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Community Health Group
HealthComp
Medicare
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Budianu's office located?
Dr. Monica Budianu's Primary Practice
10666 N Torrey Pines Rd Fl 2
La Jolla, CA 92037
(619) 245-2355
What is Dr. Budianu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Budianu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699967083.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Budianu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Budianu
What is Dr. Monica Budianu's specialty?
Dr. Budianu is a Rheumatologist near La Jolla, CA. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Budianu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Monica Budianu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Budianu is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Scripps Green 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
Where can I learn more about Rheumatologist?
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Is Monica Budianu accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Monica Budianu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Monica Budianu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Budianu's office at (619) 245-2355 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Monica Budianu?
Please contact Dr. Budianu's office at (619) 245-2355 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Monica Budianu have?
Dr. Monica Budianu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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