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Who is Dr. Castro, Pediatric Pulmonologist in Hershey, PA?
Dr. Walter Castro, MD is a Pediatric Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Hershey, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Castro is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Castro’s office.
What languages does Dr. Castro speak?
Dr. Castro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Castro treat?
As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, Dr. 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. 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.
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Central Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
- CSA
- Brain-Related Sleep Apnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
- G4731: Primary central sleep apnea
Also known as:
- Sleep Deprivation
- Restless Legs Syndrome
- Poor Sleep Habits
- Periodic Limb Movement Disorder
- Sleep Disorder
- Other Sleep Disorder
- Restless Legs
- Restless legs syndrome
- Lack of sleep
- Insufficient sleep
- Chronic sleep loss
- RLS
- Willis-Ekbom Disease
- Bad sleep routine
- Unhealthy sleep practices
- Sleep hygiene issues
- PLMD
- Leg Jerks During Sleep
- Sleep-Related Leg Movements
- Sleep Problem
- Sleep Disturbance
- Trouble Sleeping
- Uncommon Sleep Problems
- Rare Sleep Conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z72820: Sleep deprivation
- G2581: Restless legs syndrome
- Z72821: Inadequate sleep hygiene
- G4761: Periodic limb movement disorder
- G479: Sleep disorder, unspecified
- G478: Other sleep disorders
Also known as:
- Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Childhood obesity
- Pediatric high BMI
- Overweight child BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Mouth Breathing
- Other Breathing Problems
- Breathing Problems
- Oral breathing
- Breathing through mouth
- Chronic mouth breathing
- Unusual breathing patterns
- Abnormal respiration
- Breathing irregularities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R065: Mouth breathing
- R0689: Other abnormalities of breathing
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Normal BMI for child
- Child healthy weight
- Pediatric normal weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Bronchial Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Asthma Disorder
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J45998: Other asthma
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Overweight Child
- Body Weight
- Childhood Overweight
- Pediatric Overweight
- High BMI in Children
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6853: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 85th percentile to less than 95th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Turbinate hypertrophy
- Swollen turbinates
- Congested turbinates
ICD-10 Codes:
- J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates
Also known as:
- Enlarged Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen adenoids
- Big adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
Which procedures does Dr. Castro perform as a Pediatric Pulmonologist?
As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Walter Castro may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Castro's office.
Does Dr. Castro accept my insurance?
Dr. 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. Castro accept in Hershey, PA?
Dr. Castro in Hershey, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Inc.
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Where is Dr. Castro's office located?
What is Dr. Castro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Castro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558566794.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Castro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Castro
What is Dr. Walter Castro's specialty?
Dr. Castro is a Pediatric Pulmonologist near Hershey, PA. A pediatrician dedicated to preventing and treating respiratory diseases in infants, children, and young adults. This specialist possesses in-depth knowledge of lung growth and development, assesses respiratory function in young patients, and is experienced in various invasive and noninvasive diagnostic techniques. Contact Dr. Castro to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Walter Castro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Castro is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Walter Castro accepting new patients in Hershey, PA?
Yes, Dr. Walter Castro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Walter Castro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Castro's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Walter Castro?
Please contact Dr. Castro's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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