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Who is Dr. Castellanos, Family Medicine Specialist in Templeton, CA?
Dr. Alexander Castellanos, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Templeton, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Castellanos graduated from Stanford University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Family Medicine; Sutter Med Ctr Of Santa Rosa, Family Medicine. Dr. Castellanos is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Castellanos’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Castellanos’s office at (805) 434-1804.
Where did Dr. Castellanos go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Family Medicine; Sutter Med Ctr Of Santa Rosa, Family Medicine | UC Irvine Medical Center
Medical School: Stanford Univ Sch Of Med- Stanford Ca | Stanford University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Castellanos board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Castellanos, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Castellanos speak?
Dr. Castellanos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Castellanos typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Castellanos 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. Castellanos. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
Also known as:
- Peripheral Arterial Disease in Both Legs
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- PAD in Both Legs
- Poor Circulation in Both Legs
- Hardening of Arteries in Both Legs
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70293: Other atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities, bilateral legs
Also known as:
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Skin Condition
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Castellanos typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Castellanos 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. Castellanos. 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:
- Intermediate Wound Repair (2.5 cm or less)
- Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
- Facial Wound Repair
- Wounds and Injuries
- Complex Wound Closure
- Deep Wound Stitching
- Injury Repair
- Laceration Repair (Body)
- Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
- Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
- Stitches for facial cut
- Intermediate wound closure
- Repair of facial laceration
CPT Codes:
- 12031: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less
- 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
- 12051: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.5 cm or less
Also known as:
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesion (Trunk/Limbs)
- Skin Conditions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Excision
- Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
- Mole Removal (Large)
CPT Codes:
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
- 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)
- 11404: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 3.1 to 4.0 cm
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
- Benign Skin Growth Excision
- Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
- Mole Removal
- Skin Tumor Excision
CPT Codes:
- 11403: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
Also known as:
- Benign Facial Lesion Removal (1.1-2.0 cm)
- Facial mole removal
- Eyelid lesion excision
- Lip lesion removal
- Benign growth removal from face
CPT Codes:
- 11442: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Does Dr. Castellanos accept my insurance?
Dr. Castellanos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 434-1804 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Castellanos accept in Templeton, CA?
Dr. Castellanos in Templeton, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Castellanos' office located?
Dr. Alexander Castellanos' Primary Practice
699 S Main St
Templeton, CA 93465
(805) 434-1804
What is Dr. Castellanos's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Castellanos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770771511.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Castellanos?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Castellanos
What is Dr. Alexander Castellanos's specialty?
Dr. Castellanos is a Family Medicine Specialist near Templeton, CA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Alexander Castellanos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Castellanos is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford 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
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Is Alexander Castellanos accepting new patients in Templeton, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Castellanos is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Castellanos offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Castellanos's office at (805) 434-1804 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Castellanos?
Please contact Dr. Castellanos's office at (805) 434-1804 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Castellanos have?
Dr. Alexander Castellanos is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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