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Dr. Luis Castro, MD

Dr. Luis Castro, MD

Georgetown, DE

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Castro, Family Medicine Specialist in Georgetown, DE?

    Dr. Luis Castro, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Georgetown, DE with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Castro graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at St Josephs Hosp Hlth Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Castro is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Castro’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Castro’s office at (302) 644-0690.

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

    • Residency: St Josephs Hosp Hlth Ctr, Family Medicine | St Joseph's Hospital Health Center Program

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Castro board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Luis Castro, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine , American Board of Family Medicine since 1999, American Board of Family Medicine since 2006

    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 Family Medicine Specialist, 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:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Pain
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination
    • Pain when peeing
    • Burning urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria
    • R309: Painful micturition, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other General Symptoms
    • Non-specific health complaints
    • Various symptoms
    • Unexplained health issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6889: Other general symptoms and signs

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Right Ankle Injury
    • Left Ankle Injury
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprained Right Ankle
    • Right Ankle Pain
    • Right Ankle Trauma
    • Sprained Left Ankle
    • Left Ankle Pain
    • Left Ankle Trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S99911A: Unspecified injury of right ankle, initial encounter
    • S99912A: Unspecified injury of left ankle, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Chest Wall Pain
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Pleurisy pain', 'Devil's grip
    • Bornholm disease
    • Pleurodynia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0781: Pleurodynia

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19 Testing
    • Coronavirus Test
    • SARS-CoV-2 Test
    • COVID Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1152: Encounter for screening for COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Acute Vaginal Inflammation
    • Vaginitis
    • Acute Vaginitis
    • Sudden Vaginal Infection
    • Vaginal Irritation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N760: Acute vaginitis

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Injury of Wrist, Hand, or Finger
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • General Hand Injury
    • Wrist Trauma
    • Finger Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S6991XA: Unspecified injury of right wrist, hand and finger(s), initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Hand and Wrist Injury
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • Finger Injury
    • Wrist Sprain
    • Hand Trauma
    • Upper Extremity Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S6992XA: Unspecified injury of left wrist, hand and finger(s), initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Visible Blood in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
    • Gross hematuria
    • Macroscopic hematuria
    • Bloody pee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R310: Gross hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Breastfeeding Care
    • Breastfeeding
    • Postpartum Care
    • Lactation Support
    • Nursing Mother Check-up
    • Breastfeeding Consultation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z391: Encounter for care and examination of lactating mother

    Also known as:

    • Left Foot Pain
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Ache in left foot
    • Left foot discomfort
    • Sore left foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79672: Pain in left foot

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Castro perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Luis Castro may include:

    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 (302) 644-0690 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Castro accept in Georgetown, DE?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Allis Chalmers

    • Cigna

    • Computershare

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • State of Delaware

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Castro's office located?

    Dr. Luis Castro's Primary Practice

    21635 Biden Ave Unit 101

    Georgetown, DE 19947

    (302) 644-0690

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    Dr. Luis Castro's Practice 2

    28538 DuPont Blvd

    Millsboro, DE 19966

    (302) 829-3294

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    Dr. Luis Castro's Practice 3

    18941 John J Williams Hwy

    Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971

    (302) 645-3010

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    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 1336104900.

    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. Luis Castro's specialty?

    Dr. Castro is a Family Medicine Specialist near Georgetown, DE. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Castro to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Castro is affiliated with Beebe Healthcare, Upstate University 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Luis Castro accepting new patients in Georgetown, DE?

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

    Does Dr. Luis Castro offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Castro's office at (302) 644-0690 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Luis Castro?

    Please contact Dr. Castro's office at (302) 644-0690 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Luis Castro have?

    Dr. Luis Castro is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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