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38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Castellano, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Saint Marys, PA?
Dr. George Castellano, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Saint Marys, PA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Castellano completed his residency at Conemaugh Valley Mem Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Castellano is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Castellano’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Castellano’s office at (814) 788-8596.
Where did Dr. Castellano go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Conemaugh Valley Mem Hosp, General Surgery
Is Dr. Castellano board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. George Castellano, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Castellano speak?
Dr. Castellano and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Castellano typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Castellano 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. Castellano. 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:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Screening for Other Viral Disease
- Health Screening
- Other Viral Infection Screening
- Miscellaneous Virus Test
- Non-COVID Viral Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Throat irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R058: Other specified cough
Also known as:
- Blood Pressure Check with Abnormal Findings
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Screening
- Abnormal BP Reading
- Blood Pressure Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0131: Encounter for examination of blood pressure with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Castellano typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. George Castellano may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Castellano's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Castellano accept my insurance?
Dr. Castellano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (814) 788-8596 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Castellano accept in Saint Marys, PA?
Dr. Castellano in Saint Marys, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Medicare
Risant Health
State of Pennsylvania
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Castellano's office located?
What is Dr. Castellano's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Castellano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497758288.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Castellano?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Castellano
What is Dr. George Castellano's specialty?
Dr. Castellano is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Saint Marys, PA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. George Castellano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Castellano is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children. 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is George Castellano accepting new patients in Saint Marys, PA?
Yes, Dr. George Castellano is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Castellano offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Castellano's office at (814) 788-8596 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Castellano?
Please contact Dr. Castellano's office at (814) 788-8596 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. George Castellano have?
Dr. George Castellano is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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