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Dr. Tiffany Castellano, MD
San Diego, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Castellano, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Tiffany Castellano, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Castellano is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Castellano’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Castellano’s office.
What languages does Dr. Castellano speak?
Dr. Castellano and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Castellano treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Castellano 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. Castellano. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetic skin sores
- Diabetes-related wounds
- Foot ulcers from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer
Also known as:
- Pressure Sores
- Pressure Sore
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89324: Pressure ulcer of left buttock, stage 4
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
- L89314: Pressure ulcer of right buttock, stage 4
- L89313: Pressure ulcer of right buttock, stage 3
- L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers and Inflammation
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Hypertension Ulcers
- High Venous Pressure with Sores
- Inflamed Venous Hypertension Ulcers
- High Venous Pressure with Sores and Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87312: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of left lower extremity
- I87311: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of right lower extremity
- I87332: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer and inflammation of left lower extremity
Also known as:
- Superficial Chronic Skin Ulcer
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer
- Superficial Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
- Severe Chronic Skin Ulcer
- Skin Condition
- Open Sore
- Skin Wound
- Non-healing Wound
- Non-Pressure Leg Sore
- Persistent Leg Wound
- Right Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore on Lower Leg
- Advanced Skin Ulcer
- Serious Skin Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L98491: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites limited to breakdown of skin
- L98492: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with fat layer exposed
- L97811: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg limited to breakdown of skin
- L98498: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with other specified severity
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Problems from Radiation
- Radiation Exposure
- Skin Condition
- Radiation dermatitis
- Radiation skin reaction
- Radiation-induced skin changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- L598: Other specified disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue related to radiation
Also known as:
- Skin Condition
- Dermatological Disorders
- Skin Diseases
- Integumentary System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z872: Personal history of diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
Also known as:
- Urinary and Genital Symptoms
- Urine and Urination
- Genitourinary signs
- Urogenital symptoms
- Reproductive and urinary issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R399: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the genitourinary system
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcer
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Ulcer
- Chronic Venous Ulcer
- Stasis Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87313: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of bilateral lower extremity
What procedures does Dr. Castellano perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Castellano 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. Castellano. 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:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Unna Boot Application
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
- Compression Boot Application
- Unna Paste Bandage
- Leg Ulcer Dressing
CPT Codes:
- 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
- 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
Also known as:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Also known as:
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Area)
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Covering Application
- Skin Replacement Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 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
Does Dr. Castellano accept my insurance?
Dr. Castellano 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. Castellano accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Castellano in San Diego, CA 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 Shield of California
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Humana
Inland Empire
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
SGS North America Inc
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Castellano's office located?
What is Dr. Castellano's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Castellano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063893063.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Castellano?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Castellano
What is Dr. Tiffany Castellano's specialty?
Dr. Castellano is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Diego, CA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Castellano to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Tiffany Castellano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Castellano is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center at UC San Diego Health, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Kaiser Permanente San Diego 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 Tiffany Castellano accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Tiffany Castellano is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tiffany Castellano offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Castellano's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tiffany Castellano?
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