Elena Morariu

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

Internal Medicine

Elena Morariu is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism specialist based in Pittsburgh, PA with over 15 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE

(412) 586-9700Pittsburgh, PA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Elena Morariu practices as part of a group endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism specialist practice in Pittsburgh, PA. Trained at University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine (class of 2011), she has been practicing for over 15 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 77.51/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Federal MIPS score higher than 14% of MIPS-scored doctors in Pennsylvania
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 241 Internal Medicine providers in PASee all Internal Medicine in Pittsburgh15+ years experienceNPI since 2011

Older · 1873dNPPES updated 2021-04-06 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

3601 5th Ave Falk Clinic, Suite 2b, Pittsburgh, PA 15213-3403

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

MIPS Score

2023

77.51/100

Pennsylvania avg: 83.7 · US avg: 83.6

Lower than most doctors nationally(-6.1 pts)

How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

54.2%

Pennsylvania avg: 82.8 · US avg: 82.8

Lower than most doctors nationally(-28.6 pts)

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

214

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

278

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

1,354

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $604k

Percentile rankings compared against 3,764 reporting peers in Pennsylvania.

Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.

Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+3%)73%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+1%)50%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+9%)43%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-5%)27%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
27%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Chronic Kidney Disease
Lower than avg (-4%)26%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here

Osteoporosis
Higher than avg (+8%)26%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

US avg: 18.1%

↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2011

    University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

  2. 15 years in practice

    Experienced

Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic disorders including diabetes (type 1 and 2), thyroid disease, osteoporosis, adrenal disorders, pituitary conditions, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

Taxonomy: 207RE0101X

Education & Training

University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine (Class of 2011)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

2 Hot Metal St Quantum One, Suite 001, Pittsburgh, PA 15203-2348

Differs from practice location

Virtual Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Care With Elena Morariu

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Elena Morariu for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Pittsburgh required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Elena Morariu

NPI records show Dr. Morariu as active with telehealth listed in Pittsburgh, PA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (412) 586-9700.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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