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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Castillo, Cardiologist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Ricardo Castillo, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years. Dr. Castillo graduated from Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia Facultad de Medicina Alberto Hurtado. Dr. Castillo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Castillo’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Castillo’s office at (718) 604-5000.
Where did Dr. Castillo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia Facultad de Medicina Alberto Hurtado
What languages does Dr. Castillo speak?
Dr. Castillo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Castillo typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Castillo 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. Castillo. 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:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Castillo typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ricardo Castillo 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. Castillo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Castillo accept my insurance?
Dr. Castillo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 604-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Castillo accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Castillo in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Commonwealth Health Corporation (CHC)
Elderplan
H & R Block
Humana
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Castillo's office located?
What is Dr. Castillo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Castillo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568471217.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Castillo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Castillo
What is Dr. Ricardo Castillo's specialty?
Dr. Castillo is a Cardiologist near Brooklyn, NY.
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. Ricardo Castillo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Castillo is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital 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
When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ricardo Castillo accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Ricardo Castillo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ricardo Castillo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Castillo's office at (718) 604-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ricardo Castillo?
Please contact Dr. Castillo's office at (718) 604-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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