Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Laura Decastro, M.D.
Hematology (Internal Medicine) Physician (CMS: Hematology) · Hematology (Internal Medicine) Physician · Pittsburgh, PA
- NPI 1649353897
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 77.5 / 100 · 2023
- 40 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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5150 Centre Ave, 5Th Fl. Room 562
Pittsburgh, PA 152321309
(412) 623-7026
fax (412) 648-6579
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 5, 2014
- Year of graduation
- 1986 — 40 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RH0000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Pennsylvania #450000 · North Carolina #98-01233
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1649353897. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
87
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$6,292
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 58 | 32 | $64 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 17 | 14 | $95 | |
99221 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 12 | 11 | $81 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in Pittsburgh Hematology (Internal Medicine) Physician, average services per provider: 82. This provider delivers 1.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,122
Transactions
5
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 5 | $1,122.04 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
493
Patients
28
Total drug cost
$377,496
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 137 | 12 | $3,577 |
| Hydroxyurea | Generic | 52 | 16 | $1,935 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 44 | 0 | $365 |
| Hydromorphone Hcl | Generic | 34 | 0 | $1,148 |
| Oxymorphone Hcl ER (Oxymorphone Hcl) | Brand | 34 | 0 | $11,694 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 28 | 0 | $15,212 |
| Methadone Hcl | Generic | 28 | 0 | $517 |
| Morphine Sulfate ER (Morphine Sulfate) | Brand | 28 | 0 | $1,887 |
| Xtampza ER (Oxycodone Myristate) | Brand | 28 | 0 | $13,189 |
| Oxbryta (Voxelotor) | Brand | 26 | 0 | $295,192 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Laura Decastro's medical specialty?
Dr. Laura Decastro practices Hematology (Internal Medicine) Physician in Pittsburgh, PA.
Where does Dr. Laura Decastro practice?
Dr. Laura Decastro practices at 5150 Centre Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 152321309. Office phone: 4126237026.
What is Dr. Laura Decastro's NPI?
Dr. Laura Decastro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649353897, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Laura Decastro accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Laura Decastro accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Laura Decastro commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99221). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.