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

Q: What is Laura Decastro's NPI number?

The NPI number for Laura Decastro is 1649353897. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 23, 2006.

Q: What is Laura Decastro's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hematology, with taxonomy code 207RH0000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Laura Decastro was last updated on February 5, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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 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: August 16, 2026.

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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

Phone(412) 623-7026

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

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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 3

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.

16 services12 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.

14 services11 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

13 services13 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

Quality

68.61

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

56.4

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.

DR. ENRICO M NOVELLI M.D.

Internal Medicine

5150 CENTRE AVE, UPMC CANCER PAVILION, ROOM 461
PITTSBURGH, PA 15232

Allegheny County (412) 648-6431

AMANDA AGNEW

Pharmacist (Oncology)

5150 CENTRE AVE, UPMC CANCER PAVILION, ROOM 456
PITTSBURGH, PA 15232

Allegheny County (412) 491-2767

DR. TERRI LYNN SHIGLE PHARMD

Pharmacist (Oncology)

5150 CENTRE AVE, UPMC CANCER PAVILION
PITTSBURGH, PA 15232

Allegheny County (412) 623-2585

AMER H. ZUREIKAT MD

Surgery (Surgical Oncology)

5150 CENTRE AVE, SUITE 413
PITTSBURGH, PA 15232

Allegheny County (412) 623-4861

FRANK LIEBERMAN

Specialist

5150 CENTRE AVE, 2ND FLOOR
PITTSBURGH, PA 15232

Allegheny County (412) 692-4724

KALIL G ABDULLAH

Neurological Surgery

5150 CENTRE AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15232

Allegheny County (412) 647-4618

DR. JASON LUKE M.D.

Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)

5150 CENTRE AVE
PITTSBURGH, PA 15232

Allegheny County (412) 647-2811

SUNNY JO KITTA PA-C

Physician Assistant (Medical)

5150 CENTRE AVE, SUITE 460
PITTSBURGH, PA 15232

Allegheny County (412) 692-2852

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Laura Decastro's NPI number?

The NPI number for Laura Decastro is 1649353897. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 23, 2006.

Where is Laura Decastro located?

Laura Decastro practices at 5150 Centre Ave 5th Fl. Room 562, Pittsburgh, PA 15232. The listed phone number is (412) 623-7026.

What is Laura Decastro's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Hematology, with taxonomy code 207RH0000X.

Is Laura Decastro enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Laura Decastro is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Is Laura Decastro affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Laura Decastro is affiliated with Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System and Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Laura Decastro was last updated on February 5, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.