Summary

Dr. Daniel Castro specializes in geriatric medicine, family medicine, and internal medicine, bringing comprehensive care to patients across all age groups. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency training at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. With 19 years of clinical experience, Dr. Castro has developed expertise in managing complex health conditions that affect both younger and older patients.

Dr. Castro practices at Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center and South Bay Primary Medical Group in Chula Vista, California. He focuses on treating high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies and pediatric hypertension cases. His clinical skills include performing complete blood counts, COVID-19 testing, and kidney function assessments through creatinine testing to monitor patient health and diagnose medical conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • 19 years of experience
  • 52 insurance plans accepted
  • Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
  • 3 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Daniel Cardenal Castro has 2 locations

Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center

751 Medical Center CtChula Vista, CA 91911

South Bay Primary Medical Group

769 Medical Center Ct Ste 303Chula Vista, CA 91911

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Geriatric MedicineGeriatric MedicineNurse PractitionerPsychiatry
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
19 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Punjabi, Spanish Speaks English, Chinese
Chula Vista , CAOceanside , CARancho Mirage , CAEl Cajon , CA
Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine Med School: Colombia University of Nursing Med School: Ponce School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Daniel Cardenal Castro

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CalOptima
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Group
  • Community Health Group - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Net - Medicare
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Optum Health
  • Palmetto GBA
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Daniel Cardenal Castro has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Daniel Cardenal Castro has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Family Medicine
  • Geriatric Medicine (internal Medicine)
  • Internal Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

19 Years Experience

Dr. Daniel Cardenal Castro holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina in 2007.

NPI Number

Dr. Cardenal Castro's NPI number is 1619310075.

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Dr. Daniel Cardenal Castro's office is located at 751 Medical Center Ct, Chula Vista, CA, 91911.
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