RAFAEL R CASTRO MD FACS
NPI 1417046020
Surgery in Freeport, IL

Q: What is Rafael Castro's NPI number?

The NPI number for Rafael Castro is 1417046020. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 12, 2006.

Q: What is Rafael Castro's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Rafael Castro was last updated on October 19, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.

Active since October 12, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

82.57/100

CMS Quality Rating

1036 W STEPHENSON ST, FREEPORT, IL 61032(815) 599-6000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 19, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

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About Rafael R Castro Md Facs NPPES

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

RAFAEL R CASTRO MD FACS (NPI 1417046020) is an individual surgery provider in Freeport, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036054227) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Fhn Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1972).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1417046020

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208600000X

Provider Legal NameRAFAEL R CASTROCredential: MD FACS

Location Address1036 W STEPHENSON STFreeport, IL 61032-4865

Mailing AddressPo Box 268Freeport, IL 61032-0268 · (815) 599-6000

Phone(815) 599-6000

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1972

Enumeration DateOctober 12, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateOctober 19, 2017

✔ NPI 1417046020 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208600000X

License✔ Licensed in IL · 036054227

Definition

A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

1036 W STEPHENSON ST, Freeport, IL 61032

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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare PINK40063IL

Medicaid036054227-2IL

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Quartz.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Rafael R Castro Md Facs 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 ID1759472236

PECOS Enrollment IDI20070813000631

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 4

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

96 services36 patients

Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less 11042

This procedure involves the surgical removal of skin and tissue, up to 20.0 square cm in size. It's often performed to treat conditions like skin cancer or to remove moles, warts, and other skin lesions. The area is numbed and the unwanted tissue is carefully cut out.

54 services18 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

35 services22 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.

20 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Fhn Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Freeport, IL

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other

CMS Certification Number140160

Location1045 West Stephenson StreetFreeport, IL 61032 · Stephenson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Winfield, IL

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number140242

Location25 North Winfield RoadWinfield, IL 60190 · Du Page County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 61032 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

$85.71 typical visit price

range $54.80 – $168.44

Typical copayment $21.42 (range $13.70 – $42.11)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$68.64 typical visit price

range $17.16 – $136.56

Typical copayment $17.16 (range $4.29 – $34.14)

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.

82.57/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

87.59

Promoting Interoperability

Improvement Activities

Cost

58.04

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 6

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Tape, non-waterproof, per 18 square inches A4450

DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N

2 suppliers16 claims900 services$0.10 avg. paid by Medicare

Gauze, non-impregnated, sterile, pad size 16 sq. in. or less, without adhesive border, each dressing A6402

DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N

2 suppliers12 claims1,102 services$0.11 avg. paid by Medicare

Conforming bandage, non-elastic, knitted/woven, sterile, width greater than or equal to three inches and less than five inches, per yard A6446

DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA023N

2 suppliers14 claims1,956 services$0.38 avg. paid by Medicare

Enteral feeding supply kit; pump fed, per day, includes but not limited to feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, tape B4035

Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N

1 supplier11 claims330 services$5.06 avg. paid by Medicare

Enteral formula, nutritionally complete, calorically dense (equal to or greater than 1.5 kcal/ml) with intact nutrients, includes proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, may include fiber, administered through an enteral feeding tube, 100 calories = 1 unit B4152

Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N

1 supplier12 claims5,113 services$0.29 avg. paid by Medicare

Patient lift, hydraulic or mechanical, includes any seat, sling, strap(s) or pad(s) E0630

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

1 supplier16 claims16 services$40.37 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 19

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

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