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Dr. Jose Flores Castro, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Flores Castro, Internist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Jose Flores Castro, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. Dr. Flores Castro is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Flores Castro’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Flores Castro’s office at (212) 423-6262.

    What languages does Dr. Flores Castro speak?

    Dr. Flores Castro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Flores Castro typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Flores 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. Flores 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Flores Castro typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Jose Flores Castro may include:

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

    Does Dr. Flores Castro accept my insurance?

    Dr. Flores Castro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 423-6262 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Flores Castro accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Flores Castro in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • H & R Block

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Flores Castro's office located?

    Dr. Jose Flores Castro's Primary Practice

    1901 1st Ave

    New York, NY 10029

    (212) 423-6262

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    What hospitals are Dr. Flores Castro affiliated with?

    Dr. Flores Castro has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Nyc Health & Hospitals - Metropolitan,New York, NY

    What is Dr. Flores Castro's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Flores Castro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518529965.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Flores Castro?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Flores Castro

    What is Dr. Jose Flores Castro's specialty?

    Dr. Flores Castro is an Internist near New York, NY.

    What does an Internist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Jose Flores Castro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Flores Castro is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Nyc Health & Hospitals - Metropolitan. 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

    When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Dr. Jose Flores Castro accepting new patients in New York, NY?

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

    Does Dr. Jose Flores Castro offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Flores Castro's office at (212) 423-6262 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jose Flores Castro?

    Please contact Dr. Flores Castro's office at (212) 423-6262 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Flores Castro's office located?

    Dr. Flores Castro's office is located in New York, NY.