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Who is Dr. Muniz Castro, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Rancho Mirage, CA?
Dr. Jose Muniz Castro, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Rancho Mirage, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Muniz Castro is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Muniz Castro’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Muniz Castro’s office at (607) 767-6007.
What languages does Dr. Muniz Castro speak?
Dr. Muniz Castro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Muniz Castro treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Muniz 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. Muniz 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:
- Second Degree Hemorrhoids
- Third Degree Hemorrhoids
- Fourth Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
- First Degree Hemorrhoids
- Internal hemorrhoids that prolapse
- Grade 2 hemorrhoids
- Moderate hemorrhoids
- Prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 3 hemorrhoids
- Severe hemorrhoids
- Permanently prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 4 hemorrhoids
- Strangulated hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Swollen Veins in Anus
- Anal Lumps
- Anal skin tags
- Perianal skin tags
- Leftover hemorrhoid skin
- Internal hemorrhoids
- Grade 1 hemorrhoids
- Mild hemorrhoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- K641: Second degree hemorrhoids
- K642: Third degree hemorrhoids
- K643: Fourth degree hemorrhoids
- K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids
- K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags
- K640: First degree hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Colon Cancer
- Ascending Colon Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
- Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C182: Malignant neoplasm of ascending colon
- C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
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
Also known as:
- Genital Warts
- Venereal Warts
- HPV Warts
- Anogenital Warts
ICD-10 Codes:
- A630: Anogenital (venereal) warts
Also known as:
- Anal Fissure
- Chronic Anal Fissure
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Tear
- Fissure in Anus
- Perianal Fissure
- Long-Term Anal Tear
- Persistent Rectal Fissure
- Chronic Fissure in Anus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K602: Anal fissure, unspecified
- K601: Chronic anal fissure
Also known as:
- Other Anal and Rectal Condition
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Disorder
- Proctitis
- Anal Disorders
- Rectal Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Intestine Diverticulitis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Bowel Diverticula
- Bowel Diverticular Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5792: Diverticulitis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Anal Abscess
- Abscess
- Anal Disorder
- Perianal Abscess
- Pus Pocket near Anus
- Anal Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K610: Anal abscess
Also known as:
- Complete Bowel Incontinence
- Bowel Incontinence
- Full fecal incontinence
- Total loss of bowel control
- Severe accidental bowel leakage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R159: Full incontinence of feces
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula in Anus
- Rectal Fistula
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6030: Anal fistula, unspecified
Also known as:
- Rectal Prolapse
- Pelvic Floor Disorder
- Rectal Disorder
- Protruding Rectum
- Bowel Prolapse
- Rectal Eversion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K623: Rectal prolapse
Also known as:
- Anorectal Fistula
- Anal Disorder
- Fistulas
- Rectal Disorder
- Fistula between Anus and Rectum
- Perianal-Rectal Fistula
- Abnormal Anorectal Tract
ICD-10 Codes:
- K605: Anorectal fistula
What procedures does Dr. Muniz Castro perform?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Muniz Castro performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Muniz 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:
- Hemorrhoid Removal (Ligation)
- Hemorrhoid Removal with Rubber Band Ligation
- Internal Hemorrhoid Ligation (Non-Rubber Band)
- Internal Hemorrhoid Ligation
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Piles Removal
- Non-Rubber Band Ligation
- Rubber Band Ligation for Hemorrhoids
- Banding of Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoid Banding
- Hemorrhoidectomy by ligation
- Internal hemorrhoid removal
- Surgical hemorrhoid treatment
CPT Codes:
- 46946: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal, by ligation other than rubber band; 2 or more hemorrhoid columns/groups, without imaging guidance
- 46221: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal, by rubber band ligation(s)
- 46945: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal, by ligation other than rubber band; single hemorrhoid column/group, without imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Extensive Anal Lesion Removal
- Anal wart removal
- Destruction of anal condyloma
- Anal papilloma treatment
- Anal lesion ablation
CPT Codes:
- 46924: Destruction of lesion(s), anus (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), extensive (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery)
Also known as:
- Seton Placement
- Fistula Seton Insertion
- Drainage Seton Placement
- Anal Fistula Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 46020: Placement of seton
Also known as:
- Rectal Prolapse Repair
- Removal of Rectal Tumor
- Proctoplasty
- Mucosal Prolapse Repair
- Rectal Wall Repair
- Transanal Rectal Tumor Excision
- Partial Thickness Rectal Tumor Removal
- Rectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45505: Proctoplasty; for prolapse of mucous membrane
- 45171: Excision of rectal tumor, transanal approach; not including muscularis propria (ie, partial thickness)
Also known as:
- Drainage of Perianal Abscess
- Perianal Abscess Incision
- Anal Abscess Drainage
- Superficial Perianal Abscess Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 46050: Incision and drainage, perianal abscess, superficial
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula Surgery
- Fistulectomy
- Fistulotomy
- Perianal Fistula Repair
CPT Codes:
- 46270: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); subcutaneous
Also known as:
- Anal Biopsy
- Rectal Wall Biopsy
- Anorectal Biopsy
- Anal Tissue Sample
CPT Codes:
- 45100: Biopsy of anorectal wall, anal approach (eg, congenital megacolon)
Also known as:
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Lower colon exam
- Flexible colon scope
- Rectum and lower colon check
CPT Codes:
- 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Surgical Anorectal Exam with Anesthesia
- Anesthesia
- Diagnostic anorectal exam under anesthesia
- Rectal exam with general anesthesia
- Anorectal surgery for diagnosis
CPT Codes:
- 45990: Anorectal exam, surgical, requiring anesthesia (general, spinal, or epidural), diagnostic
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoid Removal Surgery
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Piles Surgery
- Internal and External Hemorrhoid Excision
CPT Codes:
- 46255: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, single column/group;
Also known as:
- Removal of Multiple Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Internal and External Hemorrhoid Surgery
- Piles Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 46260: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, 2 or more columns/groups;
Also known as:
- Anal Sphincter Nerve Block
- Internal Anal Sphincter Chemodenervation
- Anal Sphincter Injection
- Botox for Anal Fissure
- Chemical Denervation of Anal Muscle
CPT Codes:
- 46505: Chemodenervation of internal anal sphincter
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
- Diagnostic Proctosigmoidoscopy
- Rectal and Lower Colon Scope
- Rigid Sigmoidoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 45300: Proctosigmoidoscopy, rigid; diagnostic, with or without collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Muniz Castro accept my insurance?
Dr. Muniz Castro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (607) 767-6007 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Muniz Castro accept in Rancho Mirage, CA?
Dr. Muniz Castro in Rancho Mirage, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthComp
Inland Empire
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Muniz Castro's office located?
Dr. Jose Muniz Castro's Primary Practice
71943 Highway 111
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
(607) 767-6007
What is Dr. Muniz Castro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Muniz Castro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841723657.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Muniz Castro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Muniz Castro
What is Dr. Jose Muniz Castro's specialty?
Dr. Muniz Castro is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Rancho Mirage, CA. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Muniz Castro to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jose Muniz Castro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Muniz Castro is affiliated with Eisenhower Health Main Campus, Kaiser Permanente Fontana 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
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Is Jose Muniz Castro accepting new patients in Rancho Mirage, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jose Muniz Castro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jose Muniz Castro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Muniz Castro's office at (607) 767-6007 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jose Muniz Castro?
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