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14 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Castillo, Hospitalist in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. Cesar Castillo, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Santa Cruz, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Castillo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Castillo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Castillo’s office at (831) 479-6603.
Is Dr. Castillo board certified in Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Cesar Castillo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Castillo speak?
Dr. Castillo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Castillo treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Castillo 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. Castillo. 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:
- Sepsis
- Severe Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
- Systemic Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- R6520: Severe sepsis without septic shock
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Which procedures does Dr. Castillo perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Cesar Castillo may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Castillo's office.
Does Dr. Castillo accept my insurance?
Dr. Castillo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 479-6603 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Castillo accept in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. Castillo in Santa Cruz, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Central California Alliance for Health
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Sutter Health
UnitedHealthcare
Western Growers Association
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Where is Dr. Castillo's office located?
Dr. Cesar Castillo's Primary Practice
1661 Soquel Dr Ste F
Santa Cruz, CA 95065
(831) 479-6603
What is Dr. Castillo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Castillo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578735148.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Castillo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Castillo
What is Dr. Cesar Castillo's specialty?
Dr. Castillo is a Hospitalist near Santa Cruz, CA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Castillo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Cesar Castillo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Castillo is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Dominican Hospital - Santa Cruz. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Hospitalist?
Explore Hospitalist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Cesar Castillo accepting new patients in Santa Cruz, CA?
Yes, Dr. Cesar Castillo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cesar Castillo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Castillo's office at (831) 479-6603 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cesar Castillo?
Please contact Dr. Castillo's office at (831) 479-6603 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Cesar Castillo have?
Dr. Cesar Castillo is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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