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Who is Dr. Tovar Castro, Internist in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Mayra Tovar Castro, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tovar Castro is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tovar Castro’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tovar Castro’s office at (661) 322-3905.
What languages does Dr. Tovar Castro speak?
Dr. Tovar Castro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Tovar Castro typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Tovar 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. Tovar 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Exercise Counseling
- Fitness Coaching
- Physical Activity Guidance
- Exercise Prescription
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7182: Exercise counseling
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Tovar Castro typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Mayra Tovar Castro may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Tovar Castro's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tovar Castro accept my insurance?
Dr. Tovar Castro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 322-3905 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tovar Castro accept in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Tovar Castro in Bakersfield, 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Kern Health Systems
Managed Care of America
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Tovar Castro's office located?
Dr. Mayra Tovar Castro's Primary Practice
815 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Bakersfield, CA 93307
(661) 322-3905
What is Dr. Tovar Castro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tovar Castro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942797824.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tovar Castro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tovar Castro
What is Dr. Mayra Tovar Castro's specialty?
Dr. Tovar Castro is a Internist near Bakersfield, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Mayra Tovar Castro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tovar Castro is affiliated with West Kendall Baptist Hospital, Baptist Hospital Of Miami, Keralty Hospital Miami, Jackson South Medical Center 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Mayra Tovar Castro accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?
Yes, Dr. Mayra Tovar Castro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mayra Tovar Castro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tovar Castro's office at (661) 322-3905 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mayra Tovar Castro?
Please contact Dr. Tovar Castro's office at (661) 322-3905 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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