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Who is Dr. Spataru, Vascular Neurologist in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Oana Spataru, MD is a Vascular Neurologist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Spataru graduated from Universitatea Ovidius Constanta and completed her residency at Emergency University Hospital. Dr. Spataru is fluent in English, Moldavian, Moldovan, and Romanian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Spataru’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Spataru’s office at (925) 937-0404.
Where did Dr. Spataru go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: California Pacific Medical Center | UPMC
Residency: Emergency University Hospital | University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) | Montefiore Medical Center
Medical School: Universitatea Ovidius Constanta
Is Dr. Spataru board certified as a Vascular Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Oana Spataru, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Spataru speak?
Dr. Spataru and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Moldavian
Moldovan
Romanian
What conditions does Dr. Spataru treat?
As a Vascular Neurologist, Dr. Spataru 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. Spataru. 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:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Ischemic Stroke
- Mini-Stroke
- Stroke
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Brain Ischemia
- Cerebral Infarction
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Stroke due to clot
- Brain Attack
- TIA
- Warning Stroke
- Blood Clot in Brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
- I63511: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of right middle cerebral artery
- I63512: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left middle cerebral artery
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- Z8673: Personal history of transient ischemic attack (TIA), and cerebral infarction without residual deficits
- I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified
- I63411: Cerebral infarction due to embolism of right middle cerebral artery
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
- S065XAD: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Intracerebral Hemorrhage
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain bleed
- ICH
- Bleeding in the brain
- Brain Bleed
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I610: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage in hemisphere, subcortical
- I611: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage in hemisphere, cortical
- I614: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage in cerebellum
Also known as:
- Unspecified Injury
- General injury
- Injury, unknown type
- Trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- T1490XA: Injury, unspecified, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Brain Aneurysm
- Cerebral Aneurysm
- Brain Artery Bulge
- Intracranial Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured
Also known as:
- Other Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Various Brain Conditions
- Uncommon Brain Problems
- Specified Brain Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
Also known as:
- Left Carotid Artery Disease
- Right Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
- Left Carotid Artery Blockage
- Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
- Right Carotid Artery Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery
- I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
Also known as:
- History of Other Circulatory System Disease
- Heart Disease
- Past Heart Condition
- Previous Cardiovascular Disease
- History of Blood Vessel Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8679: Personal history of other diseases of the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
What procedures does Dr. Spataru perform?
As a Vascular Neurologist, Dr. Spataru 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. Spataru. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Does Dr. Spataru accept my insurance?
Dr. Spataru accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 937-0404 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Spataru accept in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Spataru in Walnut Creek, 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
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Spataru's office located?
Dr. Oana Spataru's Primary Practice
1601 Ygnacio Valley Rd
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
(925) 937-0404
What is Dr. Spataru's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Spataru's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518153824.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Spataru?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Spataru
What is Dr. Oana Spataru's specialty?
Dr. Spataru is a Vascular Neurologist near Walnut Creek, CA. Vascular Neurology is a subspecialty focused on the evaluation, prevention, treatment, and recovery from vascular diseases affecting the nervous system. It encompasses the diagnosis, treatment and management of vascular events originating from arterial or venous sources, which can lead to various conditions impacting the brain or spinal cord, including ischemic stroke, intracranial hemorrhage, spinal cord ischemia, and spinal cord hemorrhage. Contact Dr. Spataru to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Oana Spataru affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Spataru is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus, Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa 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 Oana Spataru accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?
Yes, Dr. Oana Spataru is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Oana Spataru offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Spataru's office at (925) 937-0404 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Oana Spataru?
Please contact Dr. Spataru's office at (925) 937-0404 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Oana Spataru have?
Dr. Oana Spataru is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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