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Dr. Laura Costello, MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician (CMS: Obstetrics/Gynecology) · Albany, NY
- NPI 1538178504
- Accepts Medicare
- 34 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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6 Executive Park Dr
Albany, NY 12203
(518) 489-7439
fax (518) 489-1768
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 8, 2010
- Year of graduation
- 1992 — 34 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207V00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New York #197133
- Medicaid
- NY #10002500
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1538178504. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,151
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$32,206
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
81002 |
Urinalysis, manual test | 331 | 331 | $3 | |
82270 |
Stool analysis for blood to screen for colon tumors | 297 | 297 | $4 | |
G0101 |
Cervical or vaginal cancer screening; pelvic and clinical breast examination | 190 | 190 | $37 | |
Q0091 |
Screening papanicolaou smear; obtaining, preparing and conveyance of cervical or vaginal smear to laboratory | 187 | 187 | $40 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 86 | 85 | $123 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 28 | 27 | $54 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 19 | 16 | $87 | |
76830 |
Ultrasound scan of uterus, ovaries, tubes, cervix and pelvic area through vagina | 13 | 12 | $116 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in this city , average services per provider: 90. This provider delivers 13× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$165
Transactions
8
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Astellas Pharma US Inc | 4 | $80.35 | |
| Exeltis, USA Inc. | 1 | $25.56 | |
| CooperSurgical, Inc. | 1 | $23.88 | |
| VERTEX PHARMACEUTICALS INCORPORATED | 1 | $19.14 | |
| Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc. | 1 | $15.94 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
329
Patients
91
Total drug cost
$45,086
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Estradiol | Generic | 109 | 48 | $14,450 |
| Alendronate Sodium | Generic | 89 | 31 | $1,075 |
| Yuvafem (Estradiol) | Brand | 37 | 12 | $7,543 |
| Valacyclovir (Valacyclovir Hcl) | Brand | 25 | 0 | $728 |
| Prempro (Estrogen,con/M-Progest Acet) | Brand | 23 | 0 | $14,421 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | Generic | 17 | 0 | $970 |
| Venlafaxine Hcl Er (Venlafaxine Hcl) | Brand | 16 | 0 | $232 |
| Premarin (Estrogens, Conjugated) | Brand | 13 | 0 | $5,667 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Laura Costello's medical specialty?
Dr. Laura Costello practices Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician in Albany, NY.
Where does Dr. Laura Costello practice?
Dr. Laura Costello practices at 6 Executive Park Dr, Albany, NY 12203. Office phone: 5184897439.
What is Dr. Laura Costello's NPI?
Dr. Laura Costello's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538178504, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Laura Costello accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Laura Costello accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Laura Costello commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Urinalysis, manual test (HCPCS 81002); Stool analysis for blood to screen for colon tumors (HCPCS 82270); Cervical or vaginal cancer screening; pelvic and clinical breast examination (HCPCS G0101). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.