Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ricardo Bierrenbach Decastro, M.D
Psychiatry Physician (CMS: Psychiatry) · Asheville, NC
- NPI 1881645505
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 92.1 / 100 · 2023
- 37 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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1979 Hendersonville RD Ste D
Asheville, NC 288032475
(828) 974-7004
fax (828) 974-7005 - Additional location
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110 Williams St
Hendersonville, NC 287924543
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 19, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 1989 — 37 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2084P0800X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #200200866
- Medicaid
- NC #89132CH
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1881645505. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
192
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$16,668
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
90833 |
Psychotherapy with evaluation and management visit, 30 minutes | 96 | 38 | $66 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 64 | 28 | $119 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 32 | 20 | $86 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 14 peers in this city , average services per provider: 79. This provider delivers 2.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$258
Transactions
18
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corium, LLC | 13 | $156.86 | |
| Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc. | 2 | $45.37 | |
| Almatica Pharma LLC | 2 | $38.82 | |
| Noven Therapeutics, LLC | 1 | $16.77 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
618
Patients
50
Total drug cost
$25,424
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alprazolam | Generic | 81 | 15 | $243 |
| Clonazepam | Generic | 67 | 13 | $1,080 |
| Lorazepam | Generic | 55 | 11 | $600 |
| Dextroamphetamine-Amphetamine (Dextroamphetamine/Amphetamine) | Brand | 49 | 0 | $2,526 |
| Lamotrigine | Generic | 46 | 11 | $972 |
| Escitalopram Oxalate | Generic | 44 | 0 | $1,012 |
| Diazepam | Generic | 42 | 0 | $340 |
| Bupropion Xl (Bupropion Hcl) | Brand | 38 | 0 | $2,147 |
| Zolpidem Tartrate | Generic | 34 | 0 | $269 |
| Desvenlafaxine Succinate Er (Desvenlafaxine Succinate) | Brand | 33 | 0 | $2,277 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ricardo Bierrenbach Decastro's medical specialty?
Dr. Ricardo Bierrenbach Decastro practices Psychiatry Physician in Asheville, NC.
Where does Dr. Ricardo Bierrenbach Decastro practice?
Dr. Ricardo Bierrenbach Decastro practices at 1979 Hendersonville RD Ste D, Asheville, NC 288032475. Office phone: 8289747004.
What is Dr. Ricardo Bierrenbach Decastro's NPI?
Dr. Ricardo Bierrenbach Decastro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1881645505, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ricardo Bierrenbach Decastro accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ricardo Bierrenbach Decastro accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ricardo Bierrenbach Decastro commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Psychotherapy with evaluation and management visit (HCPCS 90833); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.