Dr. Hannah Marie Muniz Castro, MD
La Quinta, CA
Who is Dr. Muniz Castro, Cornea and External Diseases Specialist in La Quinta, CA?
Dr. Hannah Marie Muniz Castro, MD is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in La Quinta, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Muniz Castro is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Muniz 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. Muniz Castro’s office at (713) 580-2500.
What languages does Dr. Muniz Castro speak?
Dr. Muniz Castro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Muniz Castro typically treat?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Muniz 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. Muniz 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:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
What procedures does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist like Dr. Muniz Castro typically perform?
As a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist, Dr. Muniz Castro 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. Muniz 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:
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
CPT Codes:
- 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- Pterygium Removal with Graft
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
- Pterygium Excision with Autograft
- Conjunctival Graft for Pterygium
- Surfer's Eye Surgery with Graft
CPT Codes:
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
- 65426: Excision or transposition of pterygium; with graft
Also known as:
- Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Advanced Cataract Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with IOL
- Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Goniotomy (Glaucoma Surgery)
- Goniotomy Procedure
- Angle-Opening Glaucoma Surgery
- Congenital Glaucoma Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 65820: Goniotomy
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Plug Insertion
- Punctal Plug Insertion
- Lacrimal Punctum Closure
- Dry Eye Plugs
CPT Codes:
- 68761: Closure of the lacrimal punctum; by plug, each
Also known as:
- Endothelial Corneal Transplant
- Keratoplasty
- Endothelial keratoplasty
- Corneal graft
CPT Codes:
- 65756: Keratoplasty (corneal transplant); endothelial
Does Dr. Muniz Castro accept my insurance?
Dr. Muniz Castro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 580-2500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Muniz Castro accept in La Quinta, CA?
Dr. Muniz Castro in La Quinta, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
HealthRight Group
Inland Empire
Inland Empire Health Plan
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Muniz Castro's office located?
Dr. Hannah Marie Muniz Castro's Primary Practice
47474 Washington St
La Quinta, CA 92253
(713) 580-2500
Dr. Hannah Marie Muniz Castro's Practice 2
44139 Monterey Ave Ste A
Palm Desert, CA 92260
Dr. Hannah Marie Muniz Castro's Practice 3
72780 Country Club Dr Ste 104
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
What is Dr. Muniz Castro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Muniz Castro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932632742.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Muniz Castro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Muniz Castro
What is Dr. Hannah Marie Muniz Castro's specialty?
Dr. Muniz Castro is a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist near La Quinta, CA.
What does a Cornea and External Diseases Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in diseases of the cornea, sclera, eyelids, conjunctiva, and anterior segment of the eye diagnoses and treats conditions affecting these structures. This specialist manages disorders such as corneal infections, eyelid malposition's, and conjunctival diseases using both medical and surgical methods.
Is this Dr. Hannah Marie Muniz Castro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Muniz Castro is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Eisenhower, Rancho Mirage Medical Center. 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 Hannah Marie Muniz Castro accepting new patients in La Quinta, CA?
Yes, Dr. Hannah Marie Muniz Castro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hannah Marie Muniz Castro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Muniz Castro's office at (713) 580-2500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hannah Marie Muniz Castro?
Please contact Dr. Muniz Castro's office at (713) 580-2500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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