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Who is Dr. Portales Castillo, Nephrologist in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Ignacio Portales Castillo, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Portales Castillo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Portales Castillo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Portales Castillo’s office at (314) 362-7603.
What languages does Dr. Portales Castillo speak?
Dr. Portales Castillo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Portales Castillo typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Portales Castillo 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. Portales Castillo. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Kidney Failure
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3a
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Portales Castillo typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ignacio Portales Castillo may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Portales Castillo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Portales Castillo accept my insurance?
Dr. Portales Castillo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 362-7603 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Portales Castillo accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Portales Castillo in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Portales Castillo's office located?
8015 Department Of Internal Medicine
660 S Euclid Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63110
(314) 362-7603
What is Dr. Portales Castillo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Portales Castillo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740631183.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Portales Castillo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Portales Castillo
What is Dr. Ignacio Portales Castillo's specialty?
Dr. Portales Castillo is a Nephrologist near Saint Louis, MO.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Ignacio Portales Castillo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Portales Castillo is affiliated with Anderson Hospital, Gibson Area Hospital & Health Services, Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital, Saint Francis Medical Center - Cape Girardeau, Mo 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 a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ignacio Portales Castillo accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Ignacio Portales Castillo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ignacio Portales Castillo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Portales Castillo's office at (314) 362-7603 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ignacio Portales Castillo?
Please contact Dr. Portales Castillo's office at (314) 362-7603 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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