Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Lawrence Nicastro, O.D.
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Huntsville, AL
- NPI 1790772655
- Accepts Medicare
- 30 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
600 Washington St Nw
Huntsville, AL 358014751
(256) 533-6838
fax (256) 533-1910 - Mailing address
-
15933 Clayton RD, Suite 201
Ballwin, MO 630112172
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 15, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 1996 — 30 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Alabama #S838TA391
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1790772655. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
4,608
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$61,708
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
66984 |
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 2,370 | 20 | $1 | |
66821 |
Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser | 1,550 | 14 | $1 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 265 | 264 | $116 | |
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 99 | 98 | $34 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 96 | 86 | $84 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 79 | 79 | $117 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 59 | 58 | $57 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 59 | 58 | $31 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 31 | 28 | $52 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 19 peers in Huntsville Optometrist, average services per provider: 186. This provider delivers 25× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$428
Transactions
11
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun Pharmaceutical Industries INC. | 3 | $178.24 | |
| Oyster Point Pharma, INC. | 2 | $141.98 | |
| Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 2 | $40.92 | |
| CooperVision INC. | 2 | $31.08 | |
| Bausch & Lomb Americas INC. | 1 | $21.84 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 1 | $13.65 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
608
Patients
88
Total drug cost
$108,031
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 376 | 76 | $7,007 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 73 | 12 | $29,051 |
| Simbrinza (Brinzolamide/Brimonidine Tart) | Brand | 29 | 0 | $5,998 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 26 | 0 | $366 |
| Combigan (Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol) | Brand | 24 | 0 | $12,427 |
| Travoprost | Generic | 24 | 0 | $7,826 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 18 | 0 | $29,202 |
| Xiidra (Lifitegrast) | Brand | 16 | 0 | $13,184 |
| Dorzolamide-Timolol (Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleat) | Brand | 11 | 0 | $289 |
| Xalatan (Latanoprost) | Brand | 11 | 0 | $2,680 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Lawrence Nicastro's medical specialty?
Dr. Lawrence Nicastro practices Optometrist in Huntsville, AL.
Where does Dr. Lawrence Nicastro practice?
Dr. Lawrence Nicastro practices at 600 Washington St Nw, Huntsville, AL 358014751. Office phone: 2565336838.
What is Dr. Lawrence Nicastro's NPI?
Dr. Lawrence Nicastro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1790772655, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Lawrence Nicastro accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Lawrence Nicastro accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Lawrence Nicastro commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens (HCPCS 66984); Removal of recurring cataract in lens capsule using a laser (HCPCS 66821); Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.