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Accepting patients
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 by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Castanon is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Castanon’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, 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 in 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Second-Degree Chest Wall Burn
- Second-Degree Burn on Head, Face, or Neck
- Second-Degree Right Hand Burn
- Second-degree burn of the abdominal wall
- Burns
- Partial thickness chest burn
- Moderate chest burn
- Thermal injury
- Skin burn
- Heat burn
- Partial thickness burn
- Blistering burn
- Dermal burn
- Partial thickness burn on belly
- Moderate burn on abdomen
- Abdominal skin damage
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
- T2122XA: Burn of second degree of abdominal wall, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
- L89159: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, unspecified stage
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:
- 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:
- 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
Which procedures does Dr. Castanon perform as a Critical Care Surgeon?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Lourdes Castanon may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Castanon's office.
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
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Humana
Medicare
State of Arizona
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 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
Where can I learn more about Critical Care Surgeon?
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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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