Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Melinda Castro, M.D.

Anesthesiology Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · Houston, TX

  • NPI 1740337450
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 42 yrs in practice
  • Female
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
2411 Fountain View Dr, Suite 200
Houston, TX 770574817
(713) 458-4185
Mailing address
2411 Fountain View Dr Ste 200
Houston, TX 770574832

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
January 2007 — 19 yrs on file
Profile last updated
April 17, 2009
Year of graduation
1984 — 42 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
207L00000X — NUCC code
State license (1)
Texas #G8534
Medicaid
TX #131422103

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1740337450. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
59
Distinct HCPCS
1
Medicare allowed
$3,626
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
00142 Anesthesia for lens surgery 59 59 $61

In context: peer comparison

Among 281 peers in Houston Anesthesiology Physician, average services per provider: 33. This provider delivers 1.8× the peer median.

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Melinda Castro's medical specialty?
Dr. Melinda Castro practices Anesthesiology Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Melinda Castro practice?
Dr. Melinda Castro practices at 2411 Fountain View Dr, Houston, TX 770574817. Office phone: 7134584185.
What is Dr. Melinda Castro's NPI?
Dr. Melinda Castro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740337450, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Melinda Castro accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Melinda Castro accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Melinda Castro commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Anesthesia for lens surgery (HCPCS 00142). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.