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Who is Dr. Castro, Medical Oncologist in Beverly Hills, CA?
Dr. Michael Castro, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Beverly Hills, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Castro completed his residency at Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Medical Oncology. 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 (310) 432-8900.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Castro?
Dr. Michael Castro, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Medical Oncologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Castro empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer, Colon Cancer, Gynecologic Cancers, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Beverly Hills/CA community, Dr. Castro is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Castro go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Medical Oncology
Medical School: Columbia Univ Coll of Physicians And Surgeons, New York Ny
Is Dr. Castro board certified in Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Castro, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
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 Dr. Castro treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (Islet Cell Tumor) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
- Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor
- Islet Cell Tumor
- Endocrine Pancreas Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
- C254: Malignant neoplasm of endocrine pancreas
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Tumor
- Urothelial Carcinoma of Bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- C678: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of bladder
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Womb cancer
- Endometrial cancer
- Uterine carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C549: Malignant neoplasm of corpus uteri, unspecified
Also known as:
- Kaposi Sarcoma of Skin
- Kaposi Sarcoma
- Cutaneous Kaposi Sarcoma', 'Skin KS', 'Kaposi's Skin Cancer
- Dermal Kaposi Sarcoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C460: Kaposi's sarcoma of skin
Also known as:
- Benign Pituitary Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Pituitary Disorder
- Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
- Prolactinoma
- Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
- Pituitary adenoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right lower lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Ascending Colon Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C182: Malignant neoplasm of ascending colon
Also known as:
- Ampullary Cancer
- Bile Duct Cancer
- Cancer of the ampulla of Vater
- Malignant neoplasm of ampulla of Vater
- Ampulla of Vater carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C241: Malignant neoplasm of ampulla of Vater
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
- Gastrointestinal stromal tumor
- GIST
- GI stromal tumor
- Stomach and bowel tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C49A0: Gastrointestinal stromal tumor, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Brain Tumor
- Brain Cancer
- Cerebral Tumor
- Intracranial Tumor
- Malignant Brain Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Platelet Disorder
- Immune thrombocytopenia
- ITP
- Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
- Low platelet count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura
Which procedures does Dr. Castro perform as a Medical Oncologist?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Michael Castro may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Castro's office.
Does Dr. Castro accept my insurance?
Dr. Castro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 432-8900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Castro accept in Beverly Hills, CA?
Dr. Castro in Beverly Hills, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Territories
All Other Third Party
AllCare Health Plan
Blue Shield of California
Care N' Care
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Hospital Bella Vista
Medicaid
Preferred IPA
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Where is Dr. Castro's office located?
Dr. Michael Castro's Primary Practice
8900 Wilshire Blvd
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
(310) 432-8900
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 1306834338.
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. Michael Castro's specialty?
Dr. Castro is a Medical Oncologist near Beverly Hills, CA. An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options. Contact Dr. Castro to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Castro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Castro is affiliated with The Queen's Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Medical Oncologist?
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Is Michael Castro accepting new patients in Beverly Hills, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Castro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Castro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Castro's office at (310) 432-8900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Castro?
Please contact Dr. Castro's office at (310) 432-8900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Castro have?
Dr. Michael Castro is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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