Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Petrescu, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Matei Petrescu, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Petrescu graduated from Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy Cluj-Napoca and completed his residency at SUNY Downstate Medical Center and Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Petrescu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Petrescu’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Petrescu’s office at (210) 704-4100.
Where did Dr. Petrescu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX
Residency: SUNY Downstate Medical Center and Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy Cluj-Napoca
What languages does Dr. Petrescu speak?
Dr. Petrescu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Petrescu treat?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Petrescu 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. Petrescu. 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 Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure After Procedure
- Acute Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden breathing failure after surgery
- Acute post-op respiratory arrest
- Acute post-surgical breathing failure
- Sudden lung failure with high CO2
- Hypercapnic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypercapnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J95821: Acute postprocedural respiratory failure
- J9602: Acute respiratory failure with hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
- Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Other Breathing Problems
- Breathing Problems
- Unusual breathing patterns
- Abnormal respiration
- Breathing irregularities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0689: Other abnormalities of breathing
Which procedures does Dr. Petrescu perform as a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Matei Petrescu may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Petrescu's office.
Does Dr. Petrescu accept my insurance?
Dr. Petrescu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 704-4100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Petrescu accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Petrescu in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
California Foundation for Medical Care
Centene
Community First Health Plans
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
State of Texas
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Petrescu's office located?
Dr. Matei Petrescu's Primary Practice
333 N Santa Rosa
San Antonio, TX 78207
(210) 704-4100
What is Dr. Petrescu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Petrescu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851580617.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Petrescu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Petrescu
What is Dr. Matei Petrescu's specialty?
Dr. Petrescu is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near San Antonio, TX. A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment. Contact Dr. Petrescu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Matei Petrescu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Petrescu is affiliated with CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital-New Braunfels 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
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Is Matei Petrescu accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Matei Petrescu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matei Petrescu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Petrescu's office at (210) 704-4100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matei Petrescu?
Please contact Dr. Petrescu's office at (210) 704-4100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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