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Dr. Luis Castro

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Castro, Family Medicine Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Luis Castro is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Castro graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California. Dr. Castro is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Castro’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Castro’s office at (213) 413-1255.

    Where did Dr. Castro go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California

    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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Castro typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with 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
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Castro typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Luis Castro may include:

    Please contact Dr. Castro's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Castro accept my insurance?

    Dr. Castro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (213) 413-1255 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Castro accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Castro in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Medicare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Castro's office located?

    Dr. Luis Castro's Primary Practice

    1832 W Sunset Blvd

    Los Angeles, CA 90026

    (213) 413-1255

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    Dr. Luis Castro's Practice 2

    5059 York Blvd

    Highland Park, CA 90042

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    Dr. Luis Castro's Practice 3

    526 W 17th St

    Santa Ana, CA 92706

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Luis Castro?

    Dr. Castro has appointments available at his Los Angeles, CA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

    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 1891801833.

    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. Luis Castro's specialty?

    Dr. Castro is a Family Medicine Specialist near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Luis Castro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Castro is affiliated with Adventist Health Glendale, Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center, Los Angeles General Medical Center, Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca), Providence Holy Cross 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Luis Castro accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Luis Castro is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Luis Castro offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Castro, or call (213) 413-1255 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Luis Castro?

    Please contact Dr. Castro's office at (213) 413-1255 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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