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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Castanon, Critical Care Surgeon in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Lourdes Castanon, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Castanon is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Castanon’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Castanon’s office at (520) 694-2873.
Is Dr. Castanon board certified as a Critical Care Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Lourdes Castanon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Castanon speak?
Dr. Castanon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Castanon treat?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Castanon 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. Castanon. 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:
- Left Lower Leg Open Wound
- Wounds and Injuries
- Left Lower Leg Injury
- Left Calf Wound
- Left Shin Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S81802A: Unspecified open wound, left lower leg, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Right Lower Leg Open Wound
- Lower Leg Open Wound
- Wounds and Injuries
- Right Leg Cut
- Right Leg Injury
- Open Sore on Right Lower Leg
- Leg Cut
- Leg Injury
- Open Sore on Lower Leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- S81801A: Unspecified open wound, right lower leg, initial encounter
- S81809A: Unspecified open wound, unspecified lower leg, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
- L89159: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, unspecified stage
- L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
Also known as:
- Second-Degree Chest Wall Burn
- Second-Degree Burn on Head, Face, or Neck
- Second-Degree Right Hand Burn
- Burns
- Partial thickness chest burn
- Moderate chest burn
- Thermal injury
- Skin burn
- Heat burn
- Partial thickness burn
- Blistering burn
- Dermal burn
ICD-10 Codes:
- T2121XA: Burn of second degree of chest wall, initial encounter
- T2020XA: Burn of second degree of head, face, and neck, unspecified site, initial encounter
- T23201A: Burn of second degree of right hand, unspecified site, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Skin Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Dermatologic surgery recovery
- Skin graft aftercare
- Subcutaneous tissue post-op care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48817: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the skin and subcutaneous tissue
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
- Left Leg Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Leg Infection
- Spreading Left Leg Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
- L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
Also known as:
- Open Wound on Left Foot
- Open wound on foot
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Wounds and Injuries
- Left Foot Injury
- Left Foot Cut
- Left Foot Laceration
- Foot cut
- Foot gash
- Foot injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S91302A: Unspecified open wound, left foot, initial encounter
- S91301A: Unspecified open wound, right foot, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Necrotizing Fasciitis
- Bacterial Infection
- Skin Infection
- Flesh-eating disease
- Necrotizing soft tissue infection
- Gangrene
ICD-10 Codes:
- M726: Necrotizing fasciitis
Also known as:
- Open Abdominal Wound
- Wounds and Injuries
- Stomach Wound
- Abdominal Skin Tear
- Trunk Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S31109A: Unspecified open wound of abdominal wall, unspecified quadrant without penetration into peritoneal cavity, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Gangrene
- Tissue Death
- Necrosis
- Dead Tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
- I96: Gangrene, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Open Wound on Right Thigh
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Wounds and Injuries
- Right Thigh Cut
- Right Thigh Laceration
- Right Thigh Gash
ICD-10 Codes:
- S71101A: Unspecified open wound, right thigh, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Skin Transplant
- Skin Graft
- Dermal Transplant
- Tissue Graft
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z945: Skin transplant status
What procedures does Dr. Castanon perform?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Castanon 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. Castanon. 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:
- Split-Thickness Skin Graft (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
- Split-Thickness Skin Graft (Additional Area)
- Full Thickness Skin Graft (Small Area)
- Split-Thickness Skin Graft (Face, Hands, Feet)
- Skin Substitute Graft (Large Area)
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Area)
- Autologous Skin Graft
- Partial Thickness Skin Graft
- Skin Transplant
- Autograft Skin Transplant
- Skin Grafting for Large Areas
- Free skin graft
- Skin transplant
- Dermal graft
- Facial Skin Graft
- Artificial skin graft
- Wound covering application
- Skin replacement for large wounds
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Covering Application
- Skin Replacement Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 15100: Split-Thickness Autograft, Trunk, Arms, Legs; First 100 Sq Cm Or Less, Or 1% Of Body Area Of Infants And Children (Except 15050)
- 15101: Split-Thickness Autograft, Trunk, Arms, Legs; Each Additional 100 Sq Cm, Or Each Additional 1% Of Body Area Of Infants And Children, Or Part Thereof (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)
- 15220: Full thickness graft, free, including direct closure of donor site, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 20 sq cm or less
- 15120: Split-Thickness Autograft, Face, Scalp, Eyelids, Mouth, Neck, Ears, Orbits, Genitalia, Hands, Feet, And/Or Multiple Digits; First 100 Sq Cm Or Less, Or 1% Of Body Area Of Infants And Children (Except 15050)
- 15273: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area greater than or equal to 100 sq cm; first 100 sq cm wound surface area, or 1% of body area of infants and children
- 15275: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
Also known as:
- Wound or Burn Site Preparation for Graft
- Surgery
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Burn Eschar Excision
- Scar Contracture Release
- Recipient Site Preparation
CPT Codes:
- 15002: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Muscle Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Small Burn Treatment
- Skin Substitute Graft Application
- Burns
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
- Partial-Thickness Burn Care
- Burn Debridement
- Minor Burn Dressing
- Small Burn Wound Care
- Skin Replacement Procedure
- Wound Covering Application
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 16020: Dressings and/or debridement of partial-thickness burns, initial or subsequent; small (less than 5% total body surface area)
- 15272: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; each additional 25 sq cm wound surface area, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Additional Area)
- Surgery
- Wound Bed Preparation
- Burn Eschar Excision
- Scar Contracture Release
- Recipient Site Creation
CPT Codes:
- 15003: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; each additional 100 sq cm, or part thereof, or each additional 1% of body area of infants and children (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Infants/Children)
- Surgery
- Wound Debridement for Graft
- Burn Scar Release Surgery
- Recipient Site Preparation for Skin Repair
CPT Codes:
- 15004: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet and/or multiple digits; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children
Does Dr. Castanon accept my insurance?
Dr. Castanon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 694-2873 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Castanon accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Castanon in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Castanon's office located?
Dr. Lourdes Castanon's Primary Practice
3838 N Campbell Ave Bldg 1
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 694-2873
Dr. Lourdes Castanon's Practice 3
2570 Haymaker Rd Ste 304
Monroeville, PA 15146
(412) 457-0040
What is Dr. Castanon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Castanon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790913267.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Castanon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Castanon
What is Dr. Lourdes Castanon's specialty?
Dr. Castanon is a Critical Care Surgeon near Tucson, AZ. A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Castanon to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lourdes Castanon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Castanon is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Tucson, Tucson 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 Lourdes Castanon accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Lourdes Castanon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lourdes Castanon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Castanon's office at (520) 694-2873 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lourdes Castanon?
Please contact Dr. Castanon's office at (520) 694-2873 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lourdes Castanon have?
Dr. Lourdes Castanon is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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