28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Castro, Foot and Ankle Surgeon in Woodbury, MN?
Dr. Michael Castro, DO is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Woodbury, MN with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years. Dr. Castro is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Castro’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Castro’s office at (651) 968-5201.
What languages does Dr. Castro speak?
Dr. Castro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Castro typically treat?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Castro 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. Castro. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Muscle Contracture in Left Lower Leg
- Joint Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Left Lower Leg Muscle Tightness
- Stiff Left Lower Leg Muscle
- Left Lower Leg Muscle Shortening
ICD-10 Codes:
- M62462: Contracture of muscle, left lower leg
Also known as:
- Muscle Contracture in Right Lower Leg
- Joint Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Stiff right lower leg muscle
- Right lower leg muscle shortening
- Tight right lower leg muscle
ICD-10 Codes:
- M62461: Contracture of muscle, right lower leg
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Right Ankle and Foot Pain
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Ankle
- Sore Right Foot
- Aching Right Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot
What procedures does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Castro typically perform?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Castro 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. Castro. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Calf Muscle Lengthening Surgery
- Gastrocnemius Release
- Strayer Procedure
- Calf Tightness Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27687: Gastrocnemius recession (eg, Strayer procedure)
Also known as:
- Foot or Ankle Tendon Transfer Surgery
- Deep tendon rerouting
- Tendon transplant surgery
- Muscle redirection surgery
- Tibial tendon transfer
CPT Codes:
- 27691: Transfer or transplant of single tendon (with muscle redirection or rerouting); deep (eg, anterior tibial or posterior tibial through interosseous space, flexor digitorum longus, flexor hallucis longus, or peroneal tendon to midfoot or hindfoot)
Also known as:
- Big Toe Arthritis Surgery (Hallux Rigidus)
- Toe Tendon Release
- Cheilectomy for hallux rigidus
- Big toe joint debridement
- First MTP joint release
- Percutaneous Toe Tenotomy
- Toe Tendon Cutting
- Hammer Toe Release
CPT Codes:
- 28289: Hallux rigidus correction with cheilectomy, debridement and capsular release of the first metatarsophalangeal joint; without implant
- 28010: Tenotomy, percutaneous, toe; single tendon
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Open Surgery for Broken Ankle Bone
- Lateral Malleolus Fracture Repair
- Distal Fibula Fracture Surgery
- Ankle Fixation Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27792: Open treatment of distal fibular fracture (lateral malleolus), includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
- Achilles Tendon Repair
- Ruptured Achilles Tendon Surgery
- Open Achilles Repair
- Percutaneous Achilles Repair
- Heel Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27650: Repair, primary, open or percutaneous, ruptured Achilles tendon;
Does Dr. Castro accept my insurance?
Dr. Castro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (651) 968-5201 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Castro accept in Woodbury, MN?
Dr. Castro in Woodbury, MN 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 Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Jefferson Health
Medica Group
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Castro's office located?
Dr. Michael Castro's Primary Practice
2090 Woodwinds Dr
Woodbury, MN 55125
(651) 968-5201
What is Dr. Castro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Castro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679505044.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Castro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Castro
What is Dr. Michael Castro's specialty?
Dr. Castro is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon near Woodbury, MN.
What does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon do?
Foot and ankle surgeons, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, specialize in adult reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, management of adult foot and ankle trauma, sports medicine related to the foot and ankle, and reconstructive surgery for childrens foot and ankle conditions.
Is this Dr. Michael Castro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Castro is affiliated with United Hospital, Abbott Northwestern Hospital, M Health Fairview St. John's Hospital, Fairview Ridges Hospital, M Health Fairview Southdale 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
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Is Michael Castro accepting new patients in Woodbury, MN?
Yes, Dr. Michael Castro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Castro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Castro's office at (651) 968-5201 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Castro?
Please contact Dr. Castro's office at (651) 968-5201 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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