Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Dan Cristescu, M.D.
Rheumatology Physician (CMS: Rheumatology) · Colorado Springs, CO
- NPI 1972784601
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 22 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
595 Chapel Hills Drive, Suite 201
Colorado Springs, CO 809201056
(719) 475-9613
fax (719) 475-9539
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 22, 2014
- Year of graduation
- 2004 — 22 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RR0500X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Rhode Island #999999999
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1972784601. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
81,118
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$1,158,264
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J0717 |
Injection, certolizumab pegol, 1 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) | 65,600 | 18 | $5 | |
J0897 |
Injection, denosumab, 1 mg | 7,080 | 69 | $23 | |
J9312 |
Injection, rituximab, 10 mg | 6,901 | 23 | $80 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 454 | 260 | $127 | |
96372 |
Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle | 448 | 82 | $14 | |
96413 |
Administration of chemotherapy into vein, 1 hour or less | 147 | 37 | $133 | |
96415 |
Administration of chemotherapy into vein, each additional hour | 138 | 31 | $28 | |
77080 |
Dxa bone density measurement of hip, pelvis, spine | 90 | 90 | $39 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 69 | 49 | $180 | |
96365 |
Infusion into a vein for therapy, prevention, or diagnosis, 1 hour or less | 51 | 12 | $66 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 5,794. This provider delivers 14× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$934
Transactions
53
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBVIE INC. | 40 | $747.41 | |
| PFIZER INC. | 10 | $130.96 | |
| Amgen Inc. | 1 | $24.57 | |
| SCILEX PHARMACEUTICALS INC. | 1 | $16.77 | |
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 1 | $14.43 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,877
Patients
476
Total drug cost
$773,943
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | Generic | 406 | 115 | $34,568 |
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 360 | 95 | $17,528 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 252 | 78 | $1,772 |
| Leflunomide | Generic | 152 | 47 | $10,716 |
| Sulfasalazine | Generic | 141 | 38 | $4,222 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 86 | 21 | $1,778 |
| Alendronate Sodium | Generic | 76 | 24 | $918 |
| Leucovorin Calcium | Generic | 72 | 14 | $3,805 |
| Folic Acid | Generic | 68 | 18 | $444 |
| Xeljanz Xr (Tofacitinib Citrate) | Brand | 64 | 0 | $381,795 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Dan Cristescu's medical specialty?
Dr. Dan Cristescu practices Rheumatology Physician in Colorado Springs, CO.
Where does Dr. Dan Cristescu practice?
Dr. Dan Cristescu practices at 595 Chapel Hills Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 809201056. Office phone: 7194759613.
What is Dr. Dan Cristescu's NPI?
Dr. Dan Cristescu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972784601, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Dan Cristescu accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Dan Cristescu accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Dan Cristescu commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, certolizumab pegol, 1 mg (code may be used for medicare when drug administered under the direct supervision of a physician, not for use when drug is self administered) (HCPCS J0717); Injection, denosumab, 1 mg (HCPCS J0897); Injection, rituximab, 10 mg (HCPCS J9312). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.