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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Castano, Surgeon in New York, NY?
Dr. Maria Castano, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Castano is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Castano’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Castano’s office at (212) 639-5117.
What languages does Dr. Castano speak?
Dr. Castano and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Castano treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Castano 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. Castano. 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.
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
- Colon Cancer
- Rectal Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
- C19: Malignant neoplasm of rectosigmoid junction
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Cancer Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Cancer
- Post-cancer surgery care
- Oncology aftercare
- Cancer recovery follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm
Also known as:
- Anal Cancer
- Anal Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Anus Cancer
- Anal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C210: Malignant neoplasm of anus, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Castano perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Castano 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. Castano. 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.
Also known as:
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Lower colon exam
- Flexible colon scope
- Rectum and lower colon check
CPT Codes:
- 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
- Sigmoidoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
- Rectum and Lower Colon Exam
- Rectum and Lower Colon Scope with Lesion Removal
- Hot Biopsy Polypectomy
- Sigmoidoscopy for Polyps
CPT Codes:
- 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45333: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by hot biopsy forceps
Does Dr. Castano accept my insurance?
Dr. Castano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 639-5117 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Castano accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Castano 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
CDPHP
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of Tennessee
Sunrise Senior Living
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Where is Dr. Castano's office located?
What is Dr. Castano's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Castano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033435334.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Castano?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Castano
What is Dr. Maria Castano's specialty?
Dr. Castano is a Surgeon near New York, NY. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Castano to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Maria Castano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Castano is affiliated with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Maria Castano accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Maria Castano is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Maria Castano offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Castano's office at (212) 639-5117 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Maria Castano?
Please contact Dr. Castano's office at (212) 639-5117 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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