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Who is Dr. Castaldo, Pain Medicine Specialist in Oak Lawn, IL?
Dr. Chandra Castaldo is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Oak Lawn, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Castaldo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Castaldo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Castaldo’s office at (847) 719-2220.
What languages does Dr. Castaldo speak?
Dr. Castaldo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Castaldo typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Castaldo 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. Castaldo. 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:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Lumbago and Sciatica
- Back and Leg Pain
- Sciatic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5440: Lumbago with sciatica, unspecified side
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Castaldo typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Chandra Castaldo may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Castaldo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Castaldo accept my insurance?
Dr. Castaldo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 719-2220 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Castaldo accept in Oak Lawn, IL?
Dr. Castaldo in Oak Lawn, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Castaldo's office located?
What is Dr. Castaldo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Castaldo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346794070.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Castaldo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Castaldo
What is Dr. Chandra Castaldo's specialty?
Dr. Castaldo is a Pain Medicine Specialist near Oak Lawn, IL.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist do?
Pain medicine is a primary medical specialty centered on a distinct body of knowledge and a defined clinical scope, grounded in science, research, and education. This type of medicine focuses on the study, prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of individuals experiencing pain. A comprehensive evaluation considers physical, psychological, cognitive, and socio-cultural factors contributing to pain. Treatment options include pharmacological, invasive, behavioral, cognitive, rehabilitative and complementary strategies, based on the patient's specific needs. Pain medicine physicians serves as primary care providers for the management of pain or can also act as consultants to other physicians, direct an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary treatment team, conduct research, or advocate for the patient's pain care with public and private agencies. These physicians work in various settings, including offices, clinics, hospitals, universities, and governmental or public institutions.
Is this Dr. Chandra Castaldo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Castaldo is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital 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
When to see a Pain Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Chandra Castaldo accepting new patients in Oak Lawn, IL?
Yes, Dr. Chandra Castaldo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chandra Castaldo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Castaldo's office at (847) 719-2220 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chandra Castaldo?
Please contact Dr. Castaldo's office at (847) 719-2220 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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