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Who is Dr. Castillo-Nieves, Internist in Lehigh Acres, FL?
Dr. Edgardo Castillo-Nieves, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lehigh Acres, FL. He is board certified. Dr. Castillo-Nieves graduated from Ponce School of Medicine. Dr. Castillo-Nieves is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Castillo-Nieves’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Castillo-Nieves’s office at (239) 368-7310.
Where did Dr. Castillo-Nieves go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Ponce School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Castillo-Nieves speak?
Dr. Castillo-Nieves and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Castillo-Nieves treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Castillo-Nieves 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-Nieves. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Heart Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Depression
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
Also known as:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADHD
- ADD
- Hyperactivity Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type
Which procedures does Dr. Castillo-Nieves perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Edgardo Castillo-Nieves may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Castillo-Nieves' office.
Does Dr. Castillo-Nieves accept my insurance?
Dr. Castillo-Nieves accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (239) 368-7310 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Castillo-Nieves accept in Lehigh Acres, FL?
Dr. Castillo-Nieves in Lehigh Acres, FL 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 Michigan
CareCentrix
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Express Scripts
HealthComp
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Castillo-Nieves' office located?
Dr. Edgardo Castillo-Nieves' Primary Practice
1530 Lee Blvd Ste 1600
Lehigh Acres, FL 33936
(239) 368-7310
What is Dr. Castillo-Nieves's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Castillo-Nieves's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508039819.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Castillo-Nieves?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Castillo-Nieves
What is Dr. Edgardo Castillo-Nieves's specialty?
Dr. Castillo-Nieves is a Internist near Lehigh Acres, FL.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Castillo-Nieves to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Edgardo Castillo-Nieves affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Castillo-Nieves is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lehigh Regional Medical Center. 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
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Is Edgardo Castillo-Nieves accepting new patients in Lehigh Acres, FL?
Yes, Dr. Edgardo Castillo-Nieves is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edgardo Castillo-Nieves offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Castillo-Nieves's office at (239) 368-7310 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edgardo Castillo-Nieves?
Please contact Dr. Castillo-Nieves's office at (239) 368-7310 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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