DR. LAURA MARTINA DECASTRO M.D.
NPI 1649353897
Internal Medicine - Hematology in Pittsburgh, PA

Active since October 23, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
77.5/100
CMS Quality Rating
5150 CENTRE AVE, 5TH FL. ROOM 562, PITTSBURGH, PA 15232(412) 623-7026(412) 648-6579 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 5, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

About Dr. Laura Martina Decastro M.d. NPPES

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

DR. LAURA MARTINA DECASTRO M.D. (NPI 1649353897) is an individual hematology provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (450000) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System, and is a graduate of Other (1986).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1649353897
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RH0000X
Provider Legal NameDR. LAURA MARTINA DECASTROCredential: M.D.
Location Address5150 CENTRE AVE, 5TH FL. ROOM 562Pittsburgh, PA 15232-1309
Mailing Address5150 Centre Ave, 5th Fl. Room 562Pittsburgh, PA 15232-1309 · (412) 623-7026 · Fax (412) 648-6579
Fax(412) 648-6579
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1986
Enumeration DateOctober 23, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 5, 2014
NPI 1649353897 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · HematologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RH0000X
Licenses Licensed in PA · 450000 Licensed in NC · 98-01233
Definition

An internist with additional training who specializes in diseases of the blood, spleen and lymph. This specialist treats conditions such as anemia, clotting disorders, sickle cell disease, hemophilia, leukemia and lymphoma.

5150 CENTRE AVE, Pittsburgh, PA 15232

Other Identifiers 4

Medicare UPING76507NC
Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedG76507
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified7911125NC
Medicare ID-Type Unspecified2259868NC

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

Dr. Laura Martina Decastro 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 ID6608056148
PECOS Enrollment IDI20140205000763
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 2

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the 2024 & 2026 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, 30-39 minutes 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.
28 services17 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes 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.
25 services18 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · Pittsburgh, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number390114
Location300 Halket StreetPittsburgh, PA 15213 · Allegheny County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside

Acute Care Hospitals · Pittsburgh, PA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390164
Location200 Lothrop StreetPittsburgh, PA 15213 · Allegheny County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 15232 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
$166.87 typical visit price
range $54.64 – $166.87
Typical copayment $41.71 (range $13.66 – $41.71)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$96.82 typical visit price
range $17.33 – $135.84
Typical copayment $24.20 (range $4.33 – $33.96)
Most-billed visit code 99214
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.

77.5/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality68.61
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost56.4

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

Physician Assistant
5150 CENTRE AVE, ROOM 402
PITTSBURGH, PA 15232
Specialist
5150 CENTRE AVE, CANCER PAVILION, 5TH FLOOR
PITTSBURGH, PA 15232
Physician Assistant (Medical)
5150 CENTRE AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15232
Physician Assistant (Medical)
5150 CENTRE AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15232
Nurse Practitioner
5150 CENTRE AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15232
Surgery (Surgical Oncology)
5150 CENTRE AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15232
Surgery (Surgical Oncology)
5150 CENTRE AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15232
Internal Medicine
5150 CENTRE AVE, UPMC CANCER PAVILION, ROOM 461
PITTSBURGH, PA 15232

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1649353897, enumerated as an "individual" on October 23, 2006.

The provider is located at 5150 CENTRE AVE 5TH FL. ROOM 562 PITTSBURGH, PA 15232 and the phone number is (412) 623-7026.

Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207RH0000X and a focus in Hematology.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.

Laura Decastro is affiliated with: MAGEE WOMENS HOSPITAL OF UPMC HEALTH SYSTEM and UPMC PRESBYTERIAN SHADYSIDE.