DR. PATRICIA MILLER CASTANEDA M.D.
NPI 1073807137
Dermatology - Dermatopathology in San Antonio, TX

Q: What is Patricia Castaneda's NPI number?

The NPI number for Patricia Castaneda is 1073807137. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 7, 2011.

Q: What is Patricia Castaneda's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Dermatology, specializing in Dermatopathology, with taxonomy code 207ND0900X.

Active since June 07, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

75/100

CMS Quality Rating

1122 AUSTIN HWY, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78209(210) 342-6488 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 10, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 10, 2022, Aug 1, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

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About Dr. Patricia Miller Castaneda M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. PATRICIA MILLER CASTANEDA M.D. (NPI 1073807137) is an individual dermatopathology provider in San Antonio, Texas, licensed in Texas (Q7426) and active in the NPI registry since June 2011. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Wake Forest University School Of Medicine (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1073807137

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207ND0900X

Provider Legal NameDR. PATRICIA MILLER CASTANEDACredential: M.D.

Location Address1122 AUSTIN HWYSan Antonio, TX 78209

Mailing Address1122 Austin HwySan Antonio, TX 78209-4844 · (210) 342-6488 · Fax (210) 342-6725

Phone(210) 342-6488

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSWake Forest University School Of MedicineGraduated 2011

Enumeration DateJune 7, 2011

Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 10, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedFebruary 10, 2022

✔ NPI 1073807137 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyDermatology · DermatopathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207ND0900X

License✔ Licensed in TX · Q7426

Definition

A dermatopathologist has the expertise to diagnose and monitor diseases of the skin including infectious, immunologic, degenerative and neoplastic diseases. This entails the examination and interpretation of specially prepared tissue sections, cellular scrapings and smears of skin lesions by means of routine and special (electron and fluorescent) microscopes.

1122 AUSTIN HWY, San Antonio, TX 78209

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Oscar Insurance Company, Sendero Health Plans, Local Nonprofit and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Patricia Miller Castaneda M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID1658670807

PECOS Enrollment IDI20161230001026

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 7

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305

A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.

3,072 services2,164 patients

Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342

This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.

183 services168 patients

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity 88304

A pathology examination of tissue, moderately low complexity, involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. It helps to identify any abnormal cells or diseases. It's a routine procedure, not complex, and provides crucial insights for your diagnosis.

169 services151 patients

Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report 88312

This service involves coloring specimen slides in a special way to help identify organisms. The colors make different parts of the organism stand out. Afterward, a detailed interpretation and report on the findings are provided.

147 services110 patients

Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341

Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.

56 services28 patients

Surgical pathology consultation and report on referred material requiring preparation of slides 88323

A surgical pathology consultation involves the examination of tissue removed during surgery. The tissue is processed and slides are prepared for detailed study under a microscope. The findings are then compiled into a report to help guide your treatment plan.

24 services24 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78209 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient

$84.92 typical visit price

range $54.84 – $166.88

Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$68.55 typical visit price

range $17.52 – $136.11

Typical copayment $17.13 (range $4.38 – $34.02)

Most-billed visit code 99213

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

75/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 7

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

AUSTIN PATHOLOGY ASSOCIATES

Dermatology (Dermatopathology)