Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Cristina Lara-Castro, MD
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Hospitalist) · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Columbia, SC
- NPI 1780909200
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 95.3 / 100 · 2023
- 35 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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14 Richland Medical Park Dr Ste 320
Columbia, SC 292036896
(803) 434-6771
fax (803) 434-3955 - Additional location
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Taylor at Marion Street
Columbia, SC 29220
(803) 296-5579
fax (803) 296-5578 - Mailing address
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Po Box 743904
Atlanta, GA 303743904
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2010 — 16 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 17, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 1991 — 35 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- South Carolina #33922
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1780909200. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
733
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$64,888
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 411 | 165 | $76 | |
99239 |
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes | 149 | 141 | $108 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 144 | 90 | $113 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 29 | 13 | $48 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 57 peers in Columbia Internal Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 697. This provider delivers 1.1× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
78
Patients
54
Total drug cost
$11,125
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 26 | 26 | $132 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 22 | 17 | $44 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 19 | 0 | $10,925 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 11 | 11 | $24 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Cristina Lara-Castro's medical specialty?
Dr. Cristina Lara-Castro practices Internal Medicine Physician in Columbia, SC.
Where does Dr. Cristina Lara-Castro practice?
Dr. Cristina Lara-Castro practices at 14 Richland Medical Park Dr Ste 320, Columbia, SC 292036896. Office phone: 8034346771.
What is Dr. Cristina Lara-Castro's NPI?
Dr. Cristina Lara-Castro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780909200, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Cristina Lara-Castro accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Cristina Lara-Castro accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Cristina Lara-Castro commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Hospital discharge day management (HCPCS 99239); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.