Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zelada Castro, Endocrinologist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Henry Zelada Castro, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Zelada Castro is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zelada Castro’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zelada Castro’s office.
What languages does Dr. Zelada Castro speak?
Dr. Zelada Castro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Zelada Castro typically treat?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Zelada 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. Zelada 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Sugar
- Hyperglycemia
- Elevated Glucose
- Unspecified High Blood Sugar
ICD-10 Codes:
- R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cystic Fibrosis
- CF
- Mucoviscidosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E849: Cystic fibrosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 1
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Zelada Castro typically perform?
As an Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Henry Zelada Castro 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. Zelada Castro's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Zelada Castro accept my insurance?
Dr. Zelada 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. Zelada Castro accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Zelada Castro in Santa Monica, 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 Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Zelada Castro's office located?
Dr. Henry Zelada Castro's Primary Practice
2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210
Santa Monica, CA 90404
What is Dr. Zelada Castro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zelada Castro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417339540.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zelada Castro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zelada Castro
What is Dr. Henry Zelada Castro's specialty?
Dr. Zelada Castro is a Endocrinologist near Santa Monica, CA.
What does an Endocrinologist do?
An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.
Is this Dr. Henry Zelada Castro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zelada Castro is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Providence Saint John's Health Center, Riverside Community 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 an Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Henry Zelada Castro accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Henry Zelada Castro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Henry Zelada Castro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zelada Castro's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Henry Zelada Castro?
Please contact Dr. Zelada Castro's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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