Summary

Dr. Michael Castro is a dermatologist and internal medicine physician with 34 years of experience treating patients. He earned his medical degree from the University of the East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center College of Medicine. Dr. Castro provides comprehensive care that combines his expertise in skin conditions with internal medicine knowledge. He is fluent in English, French, Russian, Spanish, and Tagalog, enabling him to communicate effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Castro practices at UCI Health Lakewood and sees patients at locations in Lakewood and Long Beach, California. He specializes in treating skin cancer, precancerous lesions like actinic keratosis, and contact dermatitis. His procedural expertise includes skin lesion removal and treatment, cryotherapy for skin lesions, and laser therapy for various skin conditions. Patients rate Dr. Castro 4.5 out of 5 stars on average, reflecting their confidence in his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 34 years of experience
  • 57 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, French, Russian, Spanish, Tagalog
  • Univ Of The East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center College Of Med
  • 7 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Michael Nagata Castro has 3 locations

Lakewood Primary Care Inc

5750 Downey Ave Ste 100Lakewood, CA 90712
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Saint Mary Medical Center

1050 Linden AveLong Beach, CA 90813

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Dr. Michael Nagata Castro, MDDr. Salar Hazany, FAAD, FACMS, MDDr. Howard Fein, MDDr. Jasbir Singh Sandhu, MD
DermatologyDermatologyDermatologyDermatology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
4.7 
4.1 
4.6 
34 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, French, Russian, Spanish, Tagalog Speaks English, Spanish, Farsi Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Lakewood , CABeverly Hills , CARolling Hills Estates , CAPalmdale , CA
Med School: Univ Of The East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center College Of Med Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael Nagata Castro

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • AvMed
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Bright Health
  • CalOptima
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CenterLight Healthcare
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • EmblemHealth
  • Hawaii Medical Service Association (HMSA)
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Magellan Health
  • Medica
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Partnership HealthPlan of California
  • Premier Health Plan
  • Regence BlueShield
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • The Health Plan of the Upper Ohio Valley, Inc.
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael Nagata Castro has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael Nagata Castro has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Actinic Keratosis
  • Basal Cell
  • Excision
  • Internal Medicine
  • Melanoma
  • Mole
  • Psoriasis
  • Rash
  • Rosacea
  • Skin Biopsy
  • Skin Cancer

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

Dr. Michael Nagata 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 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Univ Of The East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center College Of Med in 1992.

NPI Number

Dr. Castro's NPI number is 1437180320.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Michael Castro accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Michael Castro has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Michael Castro speak?
Dr. Michael Castro speaks English, French, Russian, Spanish, and Tagalog.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Castro?
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Where is Dr. Michael Castro's office located?
Dr. Michael Castro's office is located at 5750 Downey Ave Ste 100, Lakewood, CA, 90712.
Which hospitals is Dr. Michael Castro affiliated with?
Dr. Michael Castro is affiliated with Uci Health Lakewood.

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