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Dr. Alexandru Apostol, MD

Anesthesiologist

Brooklyn, NY

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Apostol, Anesthesiologist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Alexandru Apostol, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Apostol graduated from Universitatea de Medicina si Farmacie Carol Davila and completed his residency at Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Anesthesiology. Dr. Apostol is fluent in English, French, and Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Apostol’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Apostol’s office at (718) 270-3126.

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

    • Residency: Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Anesthesiology | Brown U, SUNY Downstate, McMaster U

    • Medical School: Carol Davila University of Medicine & Pharmacy | Universitatea de Medicina si Farmacie Carol Davila

    Is Dr. Apostol board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Alexandru Apostol, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Apostol speak?

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

    • English
    • French
    • Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Apostol typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Apostol 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. Apostol. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen adenoids
    • Big adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H269: Unspecified cataract

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    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:

    • Phimosis
    • Penis Disorder
    • Tight foreskin
    • Foreskin constriction
    • Retracted foreskin problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N471: Phimosis

    Also known as:

    • Eye Misalignment
    • Eye Movement Disorder
    • Strabismus
    • Squint
    • Eye turn

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H509: Unspecified strabismus

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
    • Cataract
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes-related cataract
    • Cloudy lens from diabetes
    • Diabetic eye cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Apostol typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Apostol 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. Apostol. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Apostol accept my insurance?

    Dr. Apostol accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 270-3126 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Apostol accept in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Apostol in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Centene Corporation

    • Computer Sciences Corporation (CSC)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of New York

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    Where is Dr. Apostol's office located?

    Dept Of Anesthesiology

    450 Clarkson Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11203

    (718) 270-3126

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    Dr. Alexandru Apostol's Practice 2

    1310 84th St

    Brooklyn, NY 11228

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

    Dr. Apostol's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275526691.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Apostol?

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

    What is Dr. Alexandru Apostol's specialty?

    Dr. Apostol is an Anesthesiologist near Brooklyn, NY.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Alexandru Apostol affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Apostol is affiliated with Suny Downstate Medical Center (university Hospital Of Brooklyn), Nyu Langone Health - Tisch 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 Dr. Alexandru Apostol accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Alexandru Apostol is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexandru Apostol offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Apostol's office at (718) 270-3126 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alexandru Apostol?

    Please contact Dr. Apostol's office at (718) 270-3126 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Apostol's office located?

    Dr. Apostol's office is located in Brooklyn, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alexandru Apostol have?

    Dr. Alexandru Apostol is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.