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30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Castagnino, Internist in Northport, NY?
Dr. Richard Castagnino, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Northport, NY. He has been practicing for over 30 years. Dr. Castagnino graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Internal Medicine. Dr. Castagnino is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Castagnino’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Castagnino’s office at (631) 261-4400.
Where did Dr. Castagnino go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Internal Medicine | SUNY Stony Brook University Hospital & Medical Center/Winthrop University Hospital Program
Medical School: Umdnj-Robt W Johnson Med Sch- New Brunswick Nj | Rutgers
What languages does Dr. Castagnino speak?
Dr. Castagnino and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Castagnino typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Castagnino 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. Castagnino. 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Castagnino typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Castagnino may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Castagnino's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Castagnino accept my insurance?
Dr. Castagnino accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 261-4400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Castagnino accept in Northport, NY?
Dr. Castagnino in Northport, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Castagnino's office located?
Dr. Richard Castagnino's Primary Practice
79 Middleville Rd
Northport, NY 11768
(631) 261-4400
What is Dr. Castagnino's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Castagnino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134215601.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Castagnino?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Castagnino
What is Dr. Richard Castagnino's specialty?
Dr. Castagnino is a Internist near Northport, 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 this Dr. Richard Castagnino affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Castagnino is affiliated with Peconic Bay Medical Center 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 Richard Castagnino accepting new patients in Northport, NY?
Yes, Dr. Richard Castagnino is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Castagnino offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Castagnino's office at (631) 261-4400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Castagnino?
Please contact Dr. Castagnino's office at (631) 261-4400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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