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Dr. Erik Castle, MD

Dr. Erik Castle, MD

Natchitoches, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Castle, Urologist in Natchitoches, LA?

    Dr. Erik Castle, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Natchitoches, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Urology. Dr. Castle completed his residency at U Mo Ks City Sch Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Castle is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Castle’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Castle’s office.

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

    • Fellowship: Fellow - Laparoscopic and Reconstructive Urologic Surgery: Mayo Clinic in Arizona | (Urology), MAYO CLINIC SCOTTSDALE, SCOTTSDALE, AZ

    • Residency: U Mo Ks City Sch Of Med, General Surgery | University Mo Ks City School Of Med | University of Kansas Medical Center | University of Missouri-Kansas City | University of Kansas Medical Center

    Is Dr. Castle board certified in Urologist?

    Yes, Dr. Erik Castle, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology

    What languages does Dr. Castle speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Castle treat?

    As a Urologist, Dr. Castle 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. Castle. 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:

    • Elevated PSA Level
    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Disease
    • Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
    • Prostate Problems
    • High Prostate Specific Antigen
    • Abnormal PSA Test
    • Increased PSA

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Prostate
    • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
    • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
    • Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
    • BPH
    • Prostate Enlargement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N400: Benign prostatic hyperplasia without lower urinary tract symptoms
    • N402: Nodular prostate without lower urinary tract symptoms

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
    • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
    • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
    • BPH with LUTS
    • Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
    • Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms

    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:

    • Microscopic Blood in Urine
    • Visible Blood in Urine
    • Blood in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
    • Microscopic hematuria
    • Hidden blood in urine
    • Invisible blood in pee
    • Gross hematuria
    • Macroscopic hematuria
    • Bloody pee
    • Hematuria
    • Bloody urine
    • Red urine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R3129: Other microscopic hematuria
    • R310: Gross hematuria
    • R319: Hematuria, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Ureter Stone
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi
    • Ureteral Calculus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney
    • N201: Calculus of ureter

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Cancer
    • Urinary Bladder Cancer
    • Bladder Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Kidney and Ureter Disorder
    • Kidney Disease
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Kidney and Ureter Problems
    • Renal and Ureteral Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N2889: Other specified disorders of kidney and ureter

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Cancer
    • Renal cancer
    • Kidney carcinoma
    • Renal cell carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C642: Malignant neoplasm of left kidney, except renal pelvis

    Also known as:

    • Other Urinary Tract Obstruction or Reflux
    • Bladder Disease
    • Kidney Disease
    • Urinary Tract Blockage
    • Urine Backflow Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N138: Other obstructive and reflux uropathy

    Also known as:

    • Acquired Kidney Cyst
    • Kidney Cysts
    • Acquired Cystic Kidney Disease
    • Renal Cyst
    • Simple Kidney Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N281: Cyst of kidney, acquired

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Disorder
    • Bladder Disease
    • Bladder Problems
    • Bladder Condition
    • Urinary Bladder Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N329: Bladder disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    Also known as:

    • Stress Urinary Incontinence
    • Urinary Incontinence
    • Stress Incontinence
    • Leakage with Coughing
    • Bladder Leakage with Activity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N393: Stress incontinence (female) (male)

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
    • Urological Device Fitting
    • Bladder Device Adjustment
    • Catheter Fitting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device

    Does Dr. Castle accept my insurance?

    Dr. Castle accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Castle accept in Natchitoches, LA?

    Dr. Castle in Natchitoches, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Castle's office located?

    Dr. Erik Castle's Primary Practice

    501 Keyser Ave

    Natchitoches, LA 71457

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    Dr. Erik Castle's Practice 2

    1415 Tulane Ave Fl 3

    New Orleans, LA 70112

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    Dr. Erik Castle's Practice 3

    2000 Canal St Fl 5

    New Orleans, LA 70112

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    Recognitions

    Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards

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    Doctor’s Choice - 2025

    Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in 2025

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

    Dr. Castle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235221078.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Castle?

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

    What is Dr. Erik Castle's specialty?

    Dr. Castle is a Urologist near Natchitoches, LA. A urologist is a healthcare professional with specialization in managing both benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and adrenal glands. They possess extensive knowledge and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous, and open surgical techniques for addressing congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems, as well as their associated structures. Contact Dr. Castle to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Castle is affiliated with Christus Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Erik Castle accepting new patients in Natchitoches, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Erik Castle is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Erik Castle offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Castle's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Erik Castle?

    Please contact Dr. Castle's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Erik Castle have?

    Dr. Erik Castle is certified by the American Board of Urology.

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