Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Castro, Cardiologist in Orangeburg, SC?
Dr. George Castro, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Orangeburg, SC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Castro completed his residency at Mount Sinai Hosp, Internal Medicine; Lincoln Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Castro is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Castro’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Castro’s office at (803) 395-2237.
Where did Dr. Castro go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mount Sinai Hosp, Internal Medicine; Lincoln Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, Internal Medicine | Lincoln Med Mntl Health Center
Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny
What languages does Dr. Castro speak?
Dr. Castro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Castro typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Castro 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. Castro. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Castro typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. George Castro may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Castro's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Castro accept my insurance?
Dr. Castro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 395-2237 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Castro accept in Orangeburg, SC?
Dr. Castro in Orangeburg, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Castro's office located?
What is Dr. Castro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Castro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093721334.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Castro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Castro
What is Dr. George Castro's specialty?
Dr. Castro is a Cardiologist near Orangeburg, SC.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. George Castro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Castro is affiliated with Musc Health - Orangeburg, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, Trident Medical Center, Musc Health University Medical Center, Augusta University 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 a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is George Castro accepting new patients in Orangeburg, SC?
Yes, Dr. George Castro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Castro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Castro's office at (803) 395-2237 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Castro?
Please contact Dr. Castro's office at (803) 395-2237 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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