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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Castelino, Physiatrist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Ajith Castelino, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Castelino completed his residency at Schwab Rehab Hosp & Care Netwo, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Jamaica Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Castelino is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Castelino’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Castelino’s office at (872) 208-3095.
Where did Dr. Castelino go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Schwab Rehab Hosp & Care Netwo, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Jamaica Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Kasturba Med Coll- Mysore Univ- Mangalore- Karnataka- India
Is Dr. Castelino board certified as a Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Ajith Castelino, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Castelino speak?
Dr. Castelino and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Castelino typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Castelino 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. Castelino. 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:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Castelino typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Castelino 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. Castelino. 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:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Ultrasound-Guided Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Intermediate Joint Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
- 20606: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Also known as:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
Also known as:
- Trigger Point Injection
- Muscle Pain Injection
- Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)
Also known as:
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
CPT Codes:
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakening Injection (Arm or Leg)
- Extremity Chemodenervation
- Spasticity Injection
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Muscles
- Muscle Denervation
CPT Codes:
- 64642: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 1-4 muscle(s)
Does Dr. Castelino accept my insurance?
Dr. Castelino accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (872) 208-3095 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Castelino accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Castelino in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Castelino's office located?
Dr. Ajith Castelino's Primary Practice
6374 N Lincoln Ave Ste 305
Chicago, IL 60659
(872) 208-3095
What hospitals are Dr. Castelino affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Castelino has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Northwestern Memorial Hospital,Chicago, IL
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Northwestern Memorial Hospital,Chicago, IL
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital,Chicago, IL
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital,Chicago, IL
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Ascension Saint Joseph - Chicago,Chicago, ILRanked Cancer Surgery
Ranked Mastectomy
Ascension Saint Joseph - Chicago,Chicago, IL
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked Mastectomy
Uchicago Medicine,Chicago, IL
Uchicago Medicine,Chicago, IL
Saint Francis Hospital - Evanston Llc,Evanston, IL
Saint Francis Hospital - Evanston Llc,Evanston, IL
What is Dr. Castelino's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Castelino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760484042.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Castelino?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Castelino
What is Dr. Ajith Castelino's specialty?
Dr. Castelino is a Physiatrist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is Dr. Ajith Castelino affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Castelino is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital, Ascension Saint Joseph - Chicago 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. Ajith Castelino accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Ajith Castelino is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ajith Castelino offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Castelino's office at (872) 208-3095 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ajith Castelino?
Please contact Dr. Castelino's office at (872) 208-3095 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Castelino's office located?
Dr. Castelino's office is located in Chicago, IL.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ajith Castelino have?
Dr. Ajith Castelino is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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