Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Mehtap Canastar
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Internal Medicine Physician · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Wilmington, NC
- NPI 1548657422
- Accepts Medicare
- 11 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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1520 Physicians Dr
Wilmington, NC 284017356
(910) 662-8300
fax (910) 662-8361 - Additional location
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111 E 210Th St
Bronx, NY 104672401
(718) 920-4321 - Mailing address
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Po Box 936857
Atlanta, GA 311936857
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2015 — 11 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 23, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 2015 — 11 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- North Carolina #2021-01612 · North Carolina #391014
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1548657422. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
943
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$102,352
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 124 | 123 | $62 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 115 | 115 | $230 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 85 | 85 | $97 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 83 | 82 | $121 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 78 | 65 | $86 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 64 | 60 | $8 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 57 | 56 | $163 | |
43249 |
Balloon dilation of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope, less than 3.0 cm | 42 | 42 | $120 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 36 | 36 | $158 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 32 | 23 | $75 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 10 peers in Wilmington Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 250. This provider delivers 3.8× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$162
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medtronic, INC. | 2 | $148.10 | |
| Olympus America INC. | 1 | $14.01 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
643
Patients
209
Total drug cost
$37,390
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 297 | 105 | $5,011 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 152 | 53 | $1,985 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 57 | 29 | $585 |
| Mesalamine | Generic | 28 | 0 | $11,594 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 25 | 0 | $433 |
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 23 | 22 | $400 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | Generic | 18 | 0 | $416 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 17 | 0 | $12,887 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 14 | 0 | $78 |
| Dexilant (Dexlansoprazole) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $4,000 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Mehtap Canastar's medical specialty?
Dr. Mehtap Canastar practices Gastroenterology Physician in Wilmington, NC.
Where does Dr. Mehtap Canastar practice?
Dr. Mehtap Canastar practices at 1520 Physicians Dr, Wilmington, NC 284017356. Office phone: 9106628300.
What is Dr. Mehtap Canastar's NPI?
Dr. Mehtap Canastar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1548657422, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Mehtap Canastar accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Mehtap Canastar accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Mehtap Canastar commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43239); Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare (HCPCS 45385); Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 45380). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.