Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Castro, Pediatric Neurologist in Denton, TX?
Dr. Diana Castro, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Denton, TX with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Castro graduated from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Bogot· Facultad de Medicina and completed her residency at University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program. Dr. Castro is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Castro’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Castro’s office at (972) 634-2931.
Where did Dr. Castro go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Medical School: Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Bogot· Facultad de Medicina
What languages does Dr. Castro speak?
Dr. Castro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Castro treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Castro 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. Castro. 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:
- Duchenne or Becker Muscular Dystrophy
- Muscular Dystrophy
- DMD
- BMD
- Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
- Becker Muscular Dystrophy
- MD
- Muscle Wasting Disease
- Progressive Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7101: Duchenne or Becker muscular dystrophy
- G7100: Muscular dystrophy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
- Inherited Spinal Muscular Atrophy
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy
- SMA Type 1
- Werdnig-Hoffman Disease
- Severe Infantile SMA
- Genetic SMA
- Familial Spinal Atrophy
- Hereditary Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G120: Infantile spinal muscular atrophy, type I [Werdnig-Hoffman]
- G121: Other inherited spinal muscular atrophy
Also known as:
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy
- Motor Neuron Disease
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- SMA
- Progressive Muscle Weakness
- Motor Neuron Degeneration
- MND', 'ALS', 'Lou Gehrig's Disease
- Motor Neuron Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G129: Spinal muscular atrophy, unspecified
- G1220: Motor neuron disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Delayed Child Development
- Child Development
- Developmental delay
- Slow development in children
- Milestone delays
ICD-10 Codes:
- R620: Delayed milestone in childhood
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease
- Guillain-Barré Syndrome
- Guillain-Barre Syndrome
- Guillain-Barr syndrome
- CMT Disease
- Hereditary Motor Sensory Neuropathy
- Peroneal Muscular Atrophy
- GBS
- Acute Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Post-Infectious Paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G600: Hereditary motor and sensory neuropathy
- G610: Guillain-Barre syndrome
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
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:
- Muscle Disorder
- Myopathy
- Muscle Disease
- Muscle Weakness Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7289: Other specified myopathies
What procedures does Dr. Castro perform?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Castro 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. Castro. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Castro accept my insurance?
Dr. Castro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (972) 634-2931 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Castro accept in Denton, TX?
Dr. Castro in Denton, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Castro's office located?
Dr. Diana Castro's Primary Practice
2817 S Mayhill Rd Ste 115
Denton, TX 76208
(972) 634-2931
What is Dr. Castro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Castro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750554689.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Castro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Castro
What is Dr. Diana Castro's specialty?
Dr. Castro is a Pediatric Neurologist near Denton, TX. A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages. Contact Dr. Castro to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Diana Castro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Castro is affiliated with CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Medical Center - Longview, William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Ascension Seton Medical Center - Austin, TX, Norman Regional Hospital, United Regional Healthcare System 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 Diana Castro accepting new patients in Denton, TX?
Yes, Dr. Diana Castro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Diana Castro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Castro's office at (972) 634-2931 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Diana Castro?
Please contact Dr. Castro's office at (972) 634-2931 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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