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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Castellanos, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Luz Castellanos, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. Dr. Castellanos is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Castellanos’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Castellanos’s office at (713) 792-7600.
What languages does Dr. Castellanos speak?
Dr. Castellanos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Castellanos typically treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Castellanos 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. Castellanos. 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:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
What procedures does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Castellanos typically perform?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Luz Castellanos may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
Please contact Dr. Castellanos' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Castellanos accept my insurance?
Dr. Castellanos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 792-7600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Castellanos accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Castellanos in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Driscoll Children's Hospital
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Castellanos' office located?
Dr. Luz Castellanos' Primary Practice
1515 Holcombe Blvd
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 792-7600
What is Dr. Castellanos's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Castellanos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699161281.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Castellanos?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Castellanos
What is Dr. Luz Castellanos's specialty?
Dr. Castellanos is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Houston, TX.
What does a Pediatric Endocrinologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the care of infants, children, and adolescents with diseases caused by abnormalities in the endocrine glands, which produce hormones. This includes conditions such as diabetes mellitus, growth failure, atypical body size for age, early or delayed puberty, congenital abnormalities, and disorders affecting the thyroid, adrenal, and pituitary glands, as well as the genital region.
Is this Dr. Luz Castellanos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Castellanos is affiliated with The University Of Texas Md Anderson Cancer Center, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner Acadia General Hospital 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
When to see a Pediatric Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Endocrinologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Luz Castellanos accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Luz Castellanos is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Luz Castellanos offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Castellanos's office at (713) 792-7600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Luz Castellanos?
Please contact Dr. Castellanos's office at (713) 792-7600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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