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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Castrejon, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Las Cruces, NM?
Dr. Oscar Castrejon, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Las Cruces, NM. He is board certified. Dr. Castrejon completed his residency at Memorial Medical Center (Las Cruces) Program. Dr. Castrejon is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Castrejon’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Castrejon’s office at (575) 522-8641.
Where did Dr. Castrejon go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Memorial Medical Center (Las Cruces) Program
Is Dr. Castrejon board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Oscar Castrejon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Castrejon speak?
Dr. Castrejon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Castrejon typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Castrejon 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. Castrejon. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Gastroenteritis
- Infectious Disease
- Stomach flu
- Infectious diarrhea
- Bowel infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A09: Infectious gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Castrejon typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Oscar Castrejon may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Castrejon's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Castrejon accept my insurance?
Dr. Castrejon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (575) 522-8641 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Castrejon accept in Las Cruces, NM?
Dr. Castrejon in Las Cruces, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
State of New Mexico
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Castrejon's office located?
Dr. Oscar Castrejon's Primary Practice
2450 S Telshor Blvd
Las Cruces, NM 88011
(575) 522-8641
What is Dr. Castrejon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Castrejon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508020355.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Castrejon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Castrejon
What is Dr. Oscar Castrejon's specialty?
Dr. Castrejon is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Las Cruces, NM.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Oscar Castrejon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Castrejon is affiliated with Memorial Medical Center - Las Cruces, Nm, Three Crosses Regional Hospital, Los Alamos Medical Center, University Medical Center Of El Paso, Mountainview Regional Medical Center, Christus St. Vincent Regional Medical Center 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Oscar Castrejon accepting new patients in Las Cruces, NM?
Yes, Dr. Oscar Castrejon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Oscar Castrejon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Castrejon's office at (575) 522-8641 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Oscar Castrejon?
Please contact Dr. Castrejon's office at (575) 522-8641 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Oscar Castrejon have?
Dr. Oscar Castrejon is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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