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18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Policastro, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Cincinnati, OH?
Dr. Michael Policastro, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Cincinnati, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Policastro completed his residency at Metrohealth Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Policastro is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Policastro’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Policastro’s office at (513) 557-3333.
Where did Dr. Policastro go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Metrohealth Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: Wright State University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Policastro board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Policastro, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Policastro speak?
Dr. Policastro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Policastro typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Policastro 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. Policastro. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Policastro typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Policastro 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. Policastro's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Policastro accept my insurance?
Dr. Policastro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (513) 557-3333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Policastro accept in Cincinnati, OH?
Dr. Policastro in Cincinnati, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
Cigna Group
CommuniCare Health Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Policastro's office located?
Dr. Michael Policastro's Primary Practice
3131 Queen City Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 557-3333
What is Dr. Policastro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Policastro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508862749.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Policastro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Policastro
What is Dr. Michael Policastro's specialty?
Dr. Policastro is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Cincinnati, OH.
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. Michael Policastro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Policastro is affiliated with West Chester Hospital, Bethesda North Hospital, Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, The Christ Hospital, Uc Medical Center 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Michael Policastro accepting new patients in Cincinnati, OH?
Yes, Dr. Michael Policastro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Policastro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Policastro's office at (513) 557-3333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Policastro?
Please contact Dr. Policastro's office at (513) 557-3333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Policastro have?
Dr. Michael Policastro is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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