32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Online booking
Telehealth
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Castro, Pulmonologist in New York, NY?
Dr. George Castro, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He has been practicing for over 32 years. Dr. Castro completed his residency at Cabrini Med. Center. Dr. Castro is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Castro’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Castro’s office.
Where did Dr. Castro go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Mount Sinai | Cabrini Med. Center
Residency: Cabrini Med. Center
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 Pulmonologist like Dr. Castro typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, 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.
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other General Medical Examination
- Health Checkup
- General Health Checkup
- Comprehensive Medical Exam
- Miscellaneous Physical Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z008: Encounter for other general examination
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADHD
- ADD
- Hyperactivity Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Castro typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. George Castro may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Castro's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Castro accept my insurance?
Dr. Castro 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. Castro accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Castro in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Hunt Insurance Group
Medicaid
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. George Castro?
Dr. Castro has appointments available at his New York, NY office. Please select a date and time below.
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 1992852941.
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. George Castro's specialty?
Dr. Castro is a Pulmonologist near New York, NY.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. George Castro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Castro is affiliated with Mount Sinai Beth Israel, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is George Castro accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. George Castro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Castro offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Castro, or contact the office for more information.
How can I make an appointment with George Castro?
Yes, Dr. Castro offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Castro, or contact the office for more information.
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