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Dr. Marie Decastro, MD
North Miami Beach, FL
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Decastro, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist in North Miami Beach, FL?
Dr. Marie Decastro, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in North Miami Beach, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Decastro is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Decastro’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Decastro’s office at (305) 253-5100.
What languages does Dr. Decastro speak?
Dr. Decastro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Decastro typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Decastro 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. Decastro. 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:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Cerebral Atherosclerosis
- Brain Disease
- Hardening of Brain Arteries
- Brain Artery Plaque
- Cerebral Artery Disease
- Brain Blood Vessel Hardening
ICD-10 Codes:
- I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Decastro typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Marie Decastro may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Decastro's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Decastro accept my insurance?
Dr. Decastro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 253-5100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Decastro accept in North Miami Beach, FL?
Dr. Decastro in North Miami Beach, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Doctors Healthcare Plans
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Decastro's office located?
Dr. Marie Decastro's Primary Practice
16800 NW 2nd Ave Ste 400
North Miami Beach, FL 33169
(305) 253-5100
What is Dr. Decastro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Decastro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922397132.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Decastro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Decastro
What is Dr. Marie Decastro's specialty?
Dr. Decastro is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist near North Miami Beach, FL.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist do?
A family medicine physician with specialized knowledge and skills is responsible to prevent and alleviate the suffering of patients suffering from life-limiting illnesses. They collaborate with interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance quality of life. They also address physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families throughout the disease journey, the dying process, and beyond. This expert is proficient in assessing patients with advanced illnesses, alleviating distressing symptoms, coordinating patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems such as hospice, managing patients who are nearing the end of life, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Marie Decastro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Decastro is affiliated with Jackson South Medical Center, Homestead 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Marie Decastro accepting new patients in North Miami Beach, FL?
Yes, Dr. Marie Decastro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Marie Decastro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Decastro's office at (305) 253-5100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Marie Decastro?
Please contact Dr. Decastro's office at (305) 253-5100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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