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Dr. Timothy Castro, MD

Anesthesiologist, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist

McAllen, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Castro, Anesthesiologist in McAllen, TX?

    Dr. Timothy Castro, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in McAllen, TX. Dr. Castro completed his residency at Letterman Army Med Ctr, Anesthesiology Letterman Army Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Castro is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Castro’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Castro’s office at (806) 725-0000.

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

    • Residency: Letterman Army Med Ctr, Anesthesiology Letterman Army Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med

    What languages does Dr. Castro speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Castro typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Broken Hip Bone
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Hip fracture
    • Femoral neck fracture
    • Broken upper thigh bone

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72001A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Ureter Stone
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Ureteral Calculus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N201: Calculus of ureter

    Also known as:

    • Tooth Decay
    • Cavities
    • Dental Caries
    • Tooth Rot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K029: Dental caries, unspecified

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Castro typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Timothy Castro may include:

    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 (806) 725-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Castro accept in McAllen, TX?

    Dr. Castro in McAllen, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Castro's office located?

    Dr. Timothy Castro's Primary Practice

    101 E Ridge Rd

    McAllen, TX 78503

    (806) 725-0000

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    What hospitals are Dr. Castro affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Castro has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Rankin County Hospital District,Rankin, TX
    Martin County Hospital,Stanton, TX

    What is Dr. Castro's NPI number?A 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 1396733382.

    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. Timothy Castro's specialty?

    Dr. Castro is an Anesthesiologist near McAllen, TX.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Timothy Castro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Castro is affiliated with Christus St. Michael Health System, Rio Grande Regional Hospital 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 Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Timothy Castro accepting new patients in McAllen, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Timothy Castro is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Timothy Castro offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Castro's office at (806) 725-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Timothy Castro?

    Please contact Dr. Castro's office at (806) 725-0000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Castro's office located?

    Dr. Castro's office is located in McAllen, TX.