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Dr. Raphael Castillo, MD

Dr. Raphael Castillo, MD

Ophthalmologist

Staten Island, NY

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Castillo, Ophthalmologist in Staten Island, NY?

    Dr. Raphael Castillo, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Staten Island, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Castillo completed his residency at Howard University Hospital. Dr. Castillo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Castillo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Castillo’s office at (212) 677-2000.

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

    • Residency: Howard University Hospital

    What languages does Dr. Castillo speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Castillo typically treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Castillo 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. Castillo. 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:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Macular Pucker
    • Changes in Eye Blood Vessels
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Epiretinal Membrane
    • Cellophane Maculopathy
    • Macular Wrinkle
    • Retinal Scar
    • Retinal Vascular Appearance Changes
    • Abnormal Retinal Vessel Look
    • Eye Vessel Changes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35373: Puckering of macula, bilateral
    • H35013: Changes in retinal vascular appearance, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Glaucoma
    • Optic Nerve Disorder
    • Glaucomatous optic neuropathy
    • Eye pressure damage
    • Optic nerve damage from glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H47233: Glaucomatous optic atrophy, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Macular Drusen
    • Macular Degeneration
    • Retinal Drusen
    • Yellow Spots on Retina
    • Age-Related Macular Drusen
    • Drusen in Eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35363: Drusen (degenerative) of macula, bilateral

    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:

    • Aging of the eye's gel
    • Eye Disease
    • Vitreous Detachment
    • Vitreous syneresis
    • Eye gel breakdown
    • Vitreous aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
    • H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Narrow Angle Glaucoma Risk
    • Glaucoma
    • Anatomical Narrow Angle
    • Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk
    • Eye angle problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40033: Anatomical narrow angle, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Intraocular Lens Implant
    • Cataract
    • Refractive Errors
    • IOL Implant
    • Artificial Eye Lens
    • Cataract Lens Implant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z961: Presence of intraocular lens

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Castillo typically perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Castillo 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. Castillo. 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:

    • Eye Injection
    • Intravitreal Injection
    • Retinal Injection
    • Macular Degeneration Injection
    • Eye Medication Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
    • Extracapsular cataract extraction
    • Phacoemulsification
    • IOL implantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
    • Advanced Cataract Surgery
    • Phacoemulsification with IOL
    • Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction

    CPT Codes:

    • 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Retina Laser Treatment (Photocoagulation)
    • Retinal photocoagulation
    • Macular edema laser
    • Retina tumor laser treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 67210: Destruction of localized lesion of retina (eg, macular edema, tumors), 1 or more sessions; photocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Pterygium Removal with Graft
    • Pterygium Excision with Autograft
    • Conjunctival Graft for Pterygium
    • Surfer's Eye Surgery with Graft

    CPT Codes:

    • 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft

    Does Dr. Castillo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Castillo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 677-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Castillo accept in Staten Island, NY?

    Dr. Castillo in Staten Island, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cascade Comprehensive Care

    • Centene Corporation

    • Centers Plan For Healthy Living

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • VillageCare of New York

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    Where is Dr. Castillo's office located?

    Dr. Raphael Castillo's Primary Practice

    3860 Victory Blvd

    Staten Island, NY 10314

    (212) 677-2000

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    Dr. Raphael Castillo's Practice 2

    125 W 79th St Apt C

    New York, NY 10024

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

    Dr. Castillo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770664294.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Castillo?

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

    What is Dr. Raphael Castillo's specialty?

    Dr. Castillo is an Ophthalmologist near Staten Island, NY.

    What does an Ophthalmologist do?

    An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health.

    Is Dr. Raphael Castillo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Castillo is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

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    Is Dr. Raphael Castillo accepting new patients in Staten Island, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Raphael Castillo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Raphael Castillo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Castillo's office at (212) 677-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Raphael Castillo?

    Please contact Dr. Castillo's office at (212) 677-2000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Castillo's office located?

    Dr. Castillo's offices are located in Staten Island, NY and New York, NY.