Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Michael Castro, M.D.
Medical Oncology Physician (CMS: Hematology/Oncology) · Medical Oncology Physician · Medical Oncology Physician · Los Angeles, CA
- NPI 1306834338
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 68.7 / 100 · 2023
- 40 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 3 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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10001 Venice Blvd Apt 402
Los Angeles, CA 900347439
(808) 445-4085
fax (866) 438-4310 - Mailing address
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8900 Wilshire Blvd
Beverly Hills, CA 902111958
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 12, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 1986 — 40 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RX0202X — NUCC code
- State licenses (3)
- California #144118 · New York #174662 · Hawaii #15323
- Medicaid
- NY #01251532
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1306834338. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
937
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$39,137
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 159 | 38 | $8 | |
80053 |
Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals | 124 | 38 | $10 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 111 | 34 | $138 | |
84100 |
Phosphate level | 104 | 33 | $5 | |
83615 |
Lactate dehydrogenase (enzyme) level | 96 | 32 | $6 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 69 | 20 | $196 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 62 | 33 | $8 | |
82378 |
Carcinoembryonic antigen (cea) protein level | 43 | 16 | $19 | |
83735 |
Magnesium level | 41 | 23 | $7 | |
84439 |
Thyroxine (thyroid chemical), free | 32 | 21 | $9 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 16 peers in this city , average services per provider: 143. This provider delivers 6.6× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$838
Transactions
25
Manufacturers
15
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| PFIZER INC. | 2 | $149.17 | |
| ABBVIE INC. | 4 | $111.76 | |
| Menarini Silicon Biosystems, Inc. | 2 | $108.59 | |
| Incyte Corporation | 3 | $78.68 | |
| Janssen Biotech, Inc. | 2 | $72.53 | |
| Daiichi Sankyo Inc. | 3 | $69.59 | |
| Novocure Inc. | 1 | $32.05 | |
| Genmab U.S., Inc. | 1 | $31.20 | |
| Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals International, plc | 1 | $29.89 | |
| Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC | 1 | $27.40 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc. | 1 | $26.47 | |
| SpringWorks Therapeutics, Inc. | 1 | $24.93 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. | 1 | $22.16 | |
| Stemline Therapeutics Inc. | 1 | $21.41 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 1 | $18.66 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
204
Patients
0
Total drug cost
$544,740
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Famotidine | Generic | 36 | 0 | $626 |
| Jakafi (Ruxolitinib Phosphate) | Brand | 28 | 0 | $290,449 |
| Leucovorin Calcium | Generic | 25 | 0 | $4,199 |
| Fentanyl | Generic | 21 | 0 | $2,788 |
| Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate | Generic | 19 | 0 | $75 |
| Xtandi (Enzalutamide) | Brand | 19 | 0 | $244,676 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 17 | 0 | $1,268 |
| Olanzapine | Generic | 15 | 0 | $346 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $266 |
| Ondansetron Hcl (Ondansetron Hcl/Pf) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $46 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Michael Castro's medical specialty?
Dr. Michael Castro practices Medical Oncology Physician in Los Angeles, CA.
Where does Dr. Michael Castro practice?
Dr. Michael Castro practices at 10001 Venice Blvd Apt 402, Los Angeles, CA 900347439. Office phone: 8084454085.
What is Dr. Michael Castro's NPI?
Dr. Michael Castro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1306834338, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Michael Castro accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Michael Castro accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Michael Castro commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count (HCPCS 85025); Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals (HCPCS 80053); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.