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26 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Castaneda, Pediatrician in Laredo, TX?
Dr. Fernando Castaneda, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Laredo, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years. Dr. Castaneda completed his residency at Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, Pediatrics Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Pediatrics. Dr. Castaneda is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Castaneda’s office at (956) 795-8255.
Where did Dr. Castaneda go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, Pediatrics Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Pediatrics
Medical School: U of Tx Med Sch At Houston, Houston Tx | University of Texas Medical School, Houston
What languages does Dr. Castaneda speak?
Dr. Castaneda and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Castaneda treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Castaneda 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. Castaneda. 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.
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
- Health Checkup
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
- Newborn Exam
- Infant Checkup
- Post-Birth Checkup
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
- Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Acanthosis Nigricans
- Skin Pigmentation Disorder
- AN
- Dark Skin Patches
- Thickened Dark Skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- L83: Acanthosis nigricans
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- ADHD, Predominantly Hyperactive-Impulsive Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
- Hyperactive ADHD
- Impulsive ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
- F901: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly hyperactive type
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Global Language Disorder
- Understanding and Speaking Disorder
- Combined Language Impairment
ICD-10 Codes:
- F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Slow Transit Constipation
- Constipation
- Chronic Constipation
- Sluggish Bowel
- Colonic Inertia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5901: Slow transit constipation
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Bladder Inflammation
- Bladder Disease
- Cystitis
- Bladder Infection
- Painful Bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3090: Cystitis, unspecified without hematuria
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
What procedures does Dr. Castaneda perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Castaneda 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. Castaneda. 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.
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Castaneda accept my insurance?
Dr. Castaneda accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 795-8255 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Castaneda accept in Laredo, TX?
Dr. Castaneda in Laredo, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Dignity Health / Catholic Health West
Driscoll Health Plan
State of Texas
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Where is Dr. Castaneda's office located?
Dr. Fernando Castaneda's Primary Practice
4151 Jaime Zapata Memorial Hwy Ste 102
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 795-8255
Dr. Fernando Castaneda's Practice 3
4151 Jaime Zapata Memorial Hwy
Laredo, TX 78043
(956) 795-8255
What is Dr. Castaneda's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Castaneda's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568467363.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Castaneda?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Castaneda
What is Dr. Fernando Castaneda's specialty?
Dr. Castaneda is a Pediatrician near Laredo, TX. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Castaneda to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Fernando Castaneda affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Castaneda is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Fernando Castaneda accepting new patients in Laredo, TX?
Yes, Dr. Fernando Castaneda is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fernando Castaneda offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Castaneda's office at (956) 795-8255 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fernando Castaneda?
Please contact Dr. Castaneda's office at (956) 795-8255 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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