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Dr. Michael Castellano, MD

Dr. Michael Castellano, MD

Surgeon

Bethpage, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Castellano, Surgeon in Bethpage, NY?

    Dr. Michael Castellano, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Bethpage, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Castellano completed his residency at Cabrini Med Ctr, General Surgery; Tripler Army Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Castellano is fluent in English and Italian, 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 (212) 995-6642.

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

    • Residency: Cabrini Med Ctr, General Surgery; Tripler Army Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny

    Is Dr. Castellano board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Castellano, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Surgery since 1994, American Board of Surgery since 2004

    What languages does Dr. Castellano speak?

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

    • English
    • Italian

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

    As a Surgeon, 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:

    • Other General Medical Examination
    • Health Checkup
    • General Health Checkup
    • Comprehensive Medical Exam
    • Miscellaneous Physical Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z008: Encounter for other general examination

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sore
    • Pressure Sores
    • Bed Sore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4

    Also known as:

    • Left Lower Leg Open Wound
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Left Lower Leg Injury
    • Left Calf Wound
    • Left Shin Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S81802A: Unspecified open wound, left lower leg, initial encounter

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

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Castellano 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. 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:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
    • Unna Boot Application
    • Skin and Tissue Debridement
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Wound Skin Replacement
    • Bioengineered Skin Application
    • Compression Boot Application
    • Unna Paste Bandage
    • Leg Ulcer Dressing
    • Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Debridement
    • Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
    • 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
    • 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
    • Compression Bandage Application
    • Leg Compression System
    • Ankle and Foot Compression

    CPT Codes:

    • 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot

    Does Dr. Castellano accept my insurance?

    Dr. Castellano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 995-6642 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Castellano accept in Bethpage, NY?

    Dr. Castellano in Bethpage, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Castellano's office located?

    Dr. Michael Castellano's Primary Practice

    4230 Hempstead Tpke Ste 101

    Bethpage, NY 11714

    (212) 995-6642

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    Dr. Michael Castellano's Practice 2

    120 Mineola Blvd Ste 360

    Mineola, NY 11501

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    Dr. Michael Castellano's Practice 3

    259 1st St

    Mineola, NY 11501

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    What is Dr. Castellano's NPI number?A 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 1417957572.

    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. Michael Castellano's specialty?

    Dr. Castellano is a Surgeon near Bethpage, NY.

    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. Michael Castellano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Castellano is affiliated with Good Samaritan University Hospital - West Islip, Ny, South Shore University Hospital, Nyu Langone Hospital - Long Island 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. Michael Castellano accepting new patients in Bethpage, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Castellano is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Castellano offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Castellano's office at (212) 995-6642 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Castellano?

    Please contact Dr. Castellano's office at (212) 995-6642 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Castellano's office located?

    Dr. Castellano's offices are located in Bethpage, NY and Mineola, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Castellano have?

    Dr. Michael Castellano is certified by the American Board of Surgery.