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Dr. Anca Barbu, MD

Dr. Anca Barbu, MD

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Barbu, Otolaryngologist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Anca Barbu, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. She is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Barbu completed her residency at University Hospitals Cleveland - Head and Neck Surgery. Dr. Barbu is fluent in English, Moldavian, Moldovan, Romanian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barbu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barbu’s office at (310) 423-1220.

    Where did Dr. Barbu go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Harvard Medical School / Massachusetts General Hospital - Laryngeal Surgery

    • Residency: University Hospitals Cleveland - Head and Neck Surgery | University Hospitals Cleveland - General Surgery

    • Medical School: Drexel University College Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Barbu board certified in Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Anca Barbu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Barbu speak?

    Dr. Barbu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Moldavian

    • Moldovan

    • Romanian

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Barbu treat?

    As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Barbu 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. Barbu. 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:

    • Hoarseness or Voice Changes
    • Vocal Cord Disorder
    • Vocal Cord Polyp
    • Vocal Cord Paralysis
    • One-Sided Vocal Cord Paralysis
    • Vocal Cord Nodules
    • Other Voice Problems
    • Voice Disorder
    • Throat Disorder
    • Hoarse voice
    • Raspy voice
    • Vocal cord dysfunction
    • Voice problems
    • Vocal fold issues
    • Throat conditions
    • Laryngeal polyp
    • Vocal fold polyp
    • Laryngeal paralysis
    • Paralyzed vocal cords
    • Vocal fold paralysis
    • Unilateral vocal cord paralysis
    • Paralyzed vocal cord
    • Single vocal cord paralysis
    • Singer's nodules
    • Vocal fold nodules
    • Voice bumps
    • Voice changes
    • Vocal issues
    • Resonance issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R490: Dysphonia
    • J383: Other diseases of vocal cords
    • J381: Polyp of vocal cord and larynx
    • J3800: Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx, unspecified
    • J3801: Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx, unilateral
    • J382: Nodules of vocal cords
    • R498: Other voice and resonance disorders

    Also known as:

    • Other Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Various Muscle Conditions
    • Uncommon Muscle Problems
    • Specific Muscle Ailments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6289: Other specified disorders of muscle

    Also known as:

    • Larynx Disorder
    • Larynx Narrowing
    • Laryngeal Spasm
    • Throat Disorder
    • Voice box problems
    • Laryngeal conditions
    • Throat issues
    • Laryngeal stenosis
    • Narrowed voice box
    • Airway narrowing
    • Vocal cord spasm
    • Throat spasm
    • Laryngospasm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J387: Other diseases of larynx
    • J386: Stenosis of larynx
    • J385: Laryngeal spasm

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Throat Cancer
    • Laryngeal Cancer
    • Voice Box Cancer
    • Malignant Laryngeal Tumor
    • Glottic Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C329: Malignant neoplasm of larynx, unspecified
    • C320: Malignant neoplasm of glottis

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing
    • Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
    • Trouble Starting to Swallow
    • Throat Swallowing Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
    • R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Gender Dysphoria
    • Gender incongruence
    • Gender identity issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F649: Gender identity disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Benign Larynx Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Throat Disorder
    • Non-cancerous voice box growth
    • Laryngeal benign neoplasm
    • Voice box lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D141: Benign neoplasm of larynx

    Also known as:

    • Laryngitis
    • Throat Disorder
    • Voice Disorder
    • Voice Box Inflammation
    • Loss of Voice
    • Hoarse Voice

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J040: Acute laryngitis

    Does Dr. Barbu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Barbu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 423-1220 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Barbu accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Barbu in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthSmart

    • Heritage Health

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Barbu's office located?

    Dr. Anca Barbu's Primary Practice

    8635 W 3rd St Ste 465W

    Los Angeles, CA 90048

    (310) 423-1220

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    What is Dr. Barbu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Barbu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255524609.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barbu?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Barbu

    What is Dr. Anca Barbu's specialty?

    Dr. Barbu is a Otolaryngologist near Los Angeles, CA. An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders. Contact Dr. Barbu to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Anca Barbu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Barbu is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Torrance Memorial 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 Anca Barbu accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Anca Barbu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Anca Barbu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Barbu's office at (310) 423-1220 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Anca Barbu?

    Please contact Dr. Barbu's office at (310) 423-1220 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Anca Barbu have?

    Dr. Anca Barbu is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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