Summary

Dr. Rafael Castro specializes in surgery, emergency medicine, and family medicine, bringing more than five decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery and completed his residency training at Illinois Masonic Medical Center. Dr. Castro is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Castro practices at FHN Memorial Hospital and FHN Specialty Care in Freeport, Illinois. He treats patients with conditions such as lymphedema, swelling, and heart failure. His clinical skills include performing complete blood counts, alkaline phosphatase testing, and arterial blood gas analysis. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 54 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Illinois Masonic Medical Center
  • 3 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Rafael Roxas Castro has 2 locations

Fhn Specialty Care Stephenson Street

1036 W Stephenson StFreeport, IL 61032
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Fhn Memorial Hospital

1045 W Stephenson StFreeport, IL 61032

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SurgeryEmergency MedicineEmergency MedicineEmergency Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
54 Years of Experience 33 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Freeport , ILMonroe , WIBeloit , WIBoscobel , WI
Med School: University Of Santo Tomas Faculty Of Medicine And Surgery Med School: Medical College Of Wisconsin Med School: O O Bogomolets National Medical University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Rafael Roxas Castro

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Rafael Roxas Castro has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Rafael Roxas Castro has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Emergency Medicine
  • Family Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

54 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Illinois Masonic Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Santo Tomas Faculty Of Medicine And SurgeryGraduated in 1972

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Rafael Castro's office located?
Dr. Rafael Castro's office is located at 1036 W Stephenson St, Freeport, IL, 61032.
Does Dr. Rafael Castro accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Rafael Castro accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Rafael Castro accepting new patients?
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How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rafael Castro?
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Does Dr. Rafael Castro accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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