Abel Y. Castro

Overview

Dr. Abel Castro is a board-certified pediatrician with an interest in well child and developmental care. Dr. Castro is a member of the International Christian Medical and Dental Association, the Christian Medical and Dental Association and the American Academy of Pediatrics. He is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. He has a special interest in tropical and travel medicine, and has a passion for taking care of underserved populations. When not working, Dr. Castro spends time with family and enjoys travel.

His clinical expertise encompasses Developmental Dysphasia Familial, Herpangina, and Delayed Growth.

Dr. Castro is board certified in Pediatrics- American Board Of Pediatrics.

Graduate Institution

Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai Med Ctr - 2009

Residency

Pediatrics, St Josephs Regional Medical Center - 2009

Specialties

Pediatrics

Licenses

Pediatrics in NJ

Board Certifications

Pediatrics- American Board Of Pediatrics

Fellowships

Pediatric Infectious Disease, University of Texas Health Science Center Houston - 2016

Hospital Affiliations

Baylor Scott & White McLane Children's Medical Center - Temple
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Baylor Scott & White Health
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
EMI Health
  • PPO
FirstCare
  • HMO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Scott and White Health
  • HMO
  • POS
Seton Health Plan
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
Superior Health Plan
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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Locations

Baylor Scott & White McLane Children's Specialty Clinic - Waco Hillcrest
120 Hillcrest Medical Blvd, Bldg II, Ste 101, Waco, TX 76712
Other Locations
Baylor Scott & White McLane Children's Clinic - Waco Hillcrest
120 Hillcrest Medical Blvd, Bldg II, Ste 200, Waco, TX 76712
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MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Abel Y. Castro is classified as an Experienced expert for Developmental Dysphasia Familial, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

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While Dr. Abel Y. Castro is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Developmental Dysphasia Familial, Herpangina, and Delayed Growth. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.

Does Dr. Abel Y. Castro accept my insurance?

Dr. Abel Y. Castro accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 877-724-5437 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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