Summary

Dr. Cristina Lara Castro treats chronic kidney disease and hypertension and has practiced gastroenterology and internal medicine for 35 years. She is affiliated with Palmetto Health Richland Hospital and completed her residency at Richland Memorial Hospital. She sees patients in Columbia, South Carolina.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 1
  • 35 years of experience
  • 14 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Richland Memorial Hospital
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Cristina Lara Castro has 4 locations

Prisma Health Richland Hospital

5 Richland Medical Park DrColumbia, SC 29203

Dr. Cristina Lara Castro

14 Richland Medical Park Dr Ste 320Columbia, SC 29203

Prisma Health Baptist Hospital

Taylor At Marion StColumbia, SC 29220

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GastroenterologyNurse PractitionerAnesthesiologyHospital Medicine
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35 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Columbia , SCHampton , SCColumbia , SCColumbia , SC
Med School: Universidad Del Cauca Facultad De Ciencias De La Salud Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health Med School: University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine Columbia
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Cristina Lara Castro

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Select Health of South Carolina - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Cristina Lara Castro has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Cristina Lara Castro has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Internal Medicine
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

Dr. Cristina Lara Castro holds an active medical license in the state of South Carolina.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of South Carolina that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Richland Memorial Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad Del Cauca Facultad De Ciencias De La Salud in 1991.

NPI Number

Dr. Lara Castro's NPI number is 1780909200.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Cristina Lara Castro's office located?
Dr. Cristina Lara Castro's office is located at 5 Richland Medical Park Dr, Columbia, SC, 29203.
Which hospitals is Dr. Cristina Lara Castro affiliated with?
Dr. Cristina Lara Castro is affiliated with Palmetto Health Richland Hospital.
Does Dr. Cristina Lara Castro accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Cristina Lara Castro has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Cristina Lara Castro accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Cristina Lara Castro accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Cristina Lara Castro speak?
Dr. Cristina Lara Castro speaks English.

Data Sources

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  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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