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Who is Dr. Fernandez De Castro, Ophthalmologist in Plantation, FL?
Dr. Luis Fernandez De Castro, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Plantation, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Fernandez De Castro is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fernandez De Castro’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fernandez De Castro’s office at (954) 741-5555.
What languages does Dr. Fernandez De Castro speak?
Dr. Fernandez De Castro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Fernandez De Castro treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Fernandez De 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. Fernandez De 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:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Secondary Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
- After-Cataract
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
- PCO
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25093: Other age-related incipient cataract, bilateral
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H26493: Other secondary cataract, bilateral
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
- Ocular Hypertension
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Anatomical Narrow Angle
- Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
- Eye angle problem
- High Eye Pressure
- Elevated Intraocular Pressure
- Eye pressure problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral
- H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral
- H40053: Ocular hypertension, bilateral
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
Also known as:
- Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Eye floaters
- Vitreous opacities
- Vitreous membranes
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43393: Other vitreous opacities, bilateral
Also known as:
- Dry Eye Syndrome
- Corneal Disorder
- Dry Eye Disease
- Chronic Dry Eye
- Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
ICD-10 Codes:
- H16223: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjogren's, bilateral
Also known as:
- Irregular Astigmatism
- Refractive Errors
- Blurred Vision
- Distorted Vision
- Eye Curvature Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H52213: Irregular astigmatism, bilateral
Also known as:
- Corneal Scars or Cloudy Spots
- Corneal Disorder
- Corneal Clouding
- Corneal Haze
- Corneal Leukoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H1789: Other corneal scars and opacities
Also known as:
- Fuchs' Dystrophy
- Corneal Disorder
- Fuchs' Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Corneal Endothelial Dystrophy', 'Fuchs' Corneal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18513: Endothelial corneal dystrophy, bilateral
Also known as:
- Arcus senilis
- Corneal Disorder
- Corneal arcus
- Gerontoxon
- Arcus lipoides
ICD-10 Codes:
- H18413: Arcus senilis, bilateral
Also known as:
- Herpes Eye Infection
- Herpes Simplex
- Herpes Keratitis
- Ocular Herpes
- Corneal Herpes
ICD-10 Codes:
- B0052: Herpesviral keratitis
Which procedures does Dr. Fernandez De Castro perform as a Ophthalmologist?
As a Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Luis Fernandez De Castro may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fernandez De Castro's office.
Does Dr. Fernandez De Castro accept my insurance?
Dr. Fernandez De Castro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 741-5555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fernandez De Castro accept in Plantation, FL?
Dr. Fernandez De Castro in Plantation, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AvMed Health Plan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fernandez De Castro's office located?
Dr. Luis Fernandez De Castro's Primary Practice
850 S Pine Island Rd
Plantation, FL 33324
(954) 741-5555
Dr. Luis Fernandez De Castro's Practice 2
9980 Central Park Blvd N Ste 126
Boca Raton, FL 33428
(561) 487-6600
What is Dr. Fernandez De Castro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fernandez De Castro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700046695.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fernandez De Castro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fernandez De Castro
What is Dr. Luis Fernandez De Castro's specialty?
Dr. Fernandez De Castro is a Ophthalmologist near Plantation, FL. An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health. Contact Dr. Fernandez De Castro to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Luis Fernandez De Castro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Fernandez De Castro is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Luis Fernandez De Castro accepting new patients in Plantation, FL?
Yes, Dr. Luis Fernandez De Castro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Luis Fernandez De Castro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fernandez De Castro's office at (954) 741-5555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Luis Fernandez De Castro?
Please contact Dr. Fernandez De Castro's office at (954) 741-5555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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