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Dr. Robert Casillas, MD

Surgeon

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Casillas, Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Robert Casillas, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Casillas completed his residency at Kaiser Permanente Southern Ca, General Surgery. Dr. Casillas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Casillas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Casillas’s office at (800) 954-8000.

    Where did Dr. Casillas go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Kaiser Permanente Southern Ca, General Surgery

    • Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca

    Is Dr. Casillas board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Casillas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Casillas speak?

    Dr. Casillas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Casillas typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Casillas 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. Casillas. 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:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Bariatric Surgery Status
    • Weight Loss Surgery
    • Weight-loss (Metabolic & Bariatric) Surgery
    • Weight Loss Surgery History
    • Gastric Bypass Status
    • Sleeve Gastrectomy Status

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9884: Bariatric surgery status

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Removal
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastrectomy
    • Absence of Stomach
    • Missing Stomach

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z903: Acquired absence of stomach [part of]

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Casillas typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Casillas 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. Casillas. 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:

    • Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy
    • Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
    • Weight Loss Surgery
    • Laparoscopy
    • Gastric Sleeve Surgery
    • Longitudinal Gastrectomy
    • Laparoscopic Weight Loss Surgery
    • Roux-en-Y gastric bypass
    • Bariatric surgery
    • Minimally invasive gastric bypass
    • Weight loss surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 43775: Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; longitudinal gastrectomy (ie, sleeve gastrectomy)
    • 43644: Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; with gastric bypass and Roux-en-Y gastroenterostomy (roux limb 150 cm or less)

    Does Dr. Casillas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Casillas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 954-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Casillas accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Casillas in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Heritage Health

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Casillas' office located?

    Dr. Robert Casillas' Primary Practice

    6041 Cadillac Ave

    Los Angeles, CA 90034

    (800) 954-8000

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    Dr. Robert Casillas' Practice 2

    9310 Sierra Ave

    Fontana, CA 92335

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    What is Dr. Casillas's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Casillas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316983117.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Casillas?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Casillas

    What is Dr. Robert Casillas's specialty?

    Dr. Casillas is a Surgeon near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. Robert Casillas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Casillas is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Memorial Hospital Of Gardena 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

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    Is Dr. Robert Casillas accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Casillas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Casillas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Casillas' office at (800) 954-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Robert Casillas?

    Please contact Dr. Casillas' office at (800) 954-8000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Casillas' office located?

    Dr. Casillas' offices are located in Los Angeles, CA and Fontana, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Casillas have?

    Dr. Robert Casillas is certified by the American Board of Surgery.