SANDRA HUICOCHEA CASTELLANOS
NPI 1699121533
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in New York, NY

Active since May 10, 2016PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
90.38/100
CMS Quality Rating
520 E 70TH ST, NEW YORK, NY 10021(212) 746-4580 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 21, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 21, 2024, Feb 24, 2020, May 10, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

About Sandra Huicochea Castellanos NPPES

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

SANDRA HUICOCHEA CASTELLANOS (NPI 1699121533) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in New York, New York, licensed in New York (297837) and active in the NPI registry since May 2016. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with New York-presbyterian Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1699121533
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X
Provider Legal NameSANDRA HUICOCHEA CASTELLANOS
Location Address520 E 70TH STNew York, NY 10021-9800
Mailing Address1275 York AveNew York, NY 10065-6007
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateMay 10, 2016
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 21, 20243 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 21, 2024
✔ NPI 1699121533 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0202X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 297837
Definition
A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
Also ListedRadiology · Nuclear RadiologyTaxonomy 2085N0904X · License 297837 (NY)
520 E 70TH ST, New York, NY 10021

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Sandra Huicochea Castellanos 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 ID7911249339
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190503000842
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

5

Medicare enrollment records show Sandra Huicochea Castellanos reassigns Medicare billing to 5 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Body Imaging
520 E 70TH ST, JO
New York, NY 10021
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: Weill Cornell Imaging At New York Presbyterian
  • 252 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
525 E 68TH ST
New York, NY 10021
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 249 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
1275 YORK AVE
New York, NY 10021
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 302 clinicians in this Medicare group
Nuclear Medicine
1275 YORK AVE
New York, NY 10021
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 59 clinicians in this Medicare group
Diagnostic Radiology
506 6TH STREET
Brooklyn, NY 11215
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, New York enrollment
  • 1,029 clinicians in this Medicare group

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 16

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.

Dxa bone density measurement of hip, pelvis, spine 77080
A DXA bone density measurement is a simple, quick, and non-invasive procedure that assesses the strength of your bones. This test uses X-rays to measure the amount of minerals, mainly calcium, in the hip, pelvis, and spine. It helps in early detection of osteoporosis or other bone diseases.
847 services847 patients
Calculation of trabecular bone score (tbs) using imaging data with interpretation and report on fracture risk 77089
Trabecular Bone Score (TBS) is a technique that uses imaging data to evaluate bone texture. It provides insight into bone strength, helping predict fracture risk. This information is then compiled into a report to aid in your bone health management.
844 services843 patients
Gallium ga-68, dotatate, diagnostic, 0.1 millicurie A9587
Gallium Ga-68 Dotatate is a diagnostic tool used in PET scans to help detect certain types of tumors. It involves injecting a small amount of radioactive material into the body. This helps doctors see how tissues and organs are functioning.
648 services11 patients
Piflufolastat f-18, diagnostic, 1 millicurie A9595
Piflufolastat F-18 is a radioactive diagnostic agent used in PET scans. It helps visualize certain cells in your body, aiding doctors in diagnosing specific conditions. This service involves injecting 1 millicurie of the agent into your body.
316 services32 patients
Fluorodeoxyglucose f-18 fdg, diagnostic, per study dose, up to 45 millicuries A9552
Fluorodeoxyglucose F-18 FDG is a radioactive drug used in PET scans. It helps doctors see how your tissues and organs are functioning. The drug is given in a specific dose, up to 45 millicuries, depending on your body size and the type of scan.
281 services260 patients
Nuclear medicine study from skull base to mid-thigh with ct scan 78815
A nuclear medicine study from skull base to mid-thigh with a CT scan involves using a small amount of radioactive material and CT imaging to examine body tissues and organs. This helps detect any abnormalities by providing detailed images of the body's internal structure.
261 services242 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

New York-Presbyterian Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · New York, NY
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330101
Location525 East 68th StreetNew York, NY 10065 · New York County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 10021 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
$102.04 typical visit price
range $65.69 – $198.19
Typical copayment $25.51 (range $16.42 – $49.54)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$81.44 typical visit price
range $21.20 – $160.66
Typical copayment $20.36 (range $5.30 – $40.16)
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.

90.38/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality87.09
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost56.12

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.

Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
520 E 70TH ST, STARR 341
NEW YORK, NY 10021
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
520 E 70TH ST, STARR 4
NEW YORK, NY 10021
Nutritionist
520 E 70TH ST
NEW YORK, NY 10021
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
520 E 70TH ST
NEW YORK, NY 10021
Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology)
520 E 70TH ST
NEW YORK, NY 10021
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
520 E 70TH ST, STARR 341
NEW YORK, NY 10021
Physician Assistant
520 E 70TH ST, STARR 341
NEW YORK, NY 10021
Physician Assistant
520 E 70TH ST
NEW YORK, NY 10021

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 Sandra Huicochea Castellanos's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sandra Huicochea Castellanos is 1699121533. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 10, 2016.

Where is Sandra Huicochea Castellanos located?

Sandra Huicochea Castellanos practices at 520 E 70th St, New York, NY 10021. The listed phone number is (212) 746-4580.

What is Sandra Huicochea Castellanos's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Is Sandra Huicochea Castellanos enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Sandra Huicochea Castellanos 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Sandra Huicochea Castellanos's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Sandra Huicochea Castellanos reassigns Medicare benefits to 5 organizations: Weill Cornell Imaging At Nyp (New York, NY), Weill Medical College Of Cornell (New York, NY), Mskcc Radiology Group (New York, NY), Memorial Nuclear Medicine Group (New York, NY) and Kings Physician Services, PC (Brooklyn, NY). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Sandra Huicochea Castellanos's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Sandra Huicochea Castellanos affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Sandra Huicochea Castellanos is affiliated with New York-Presbyterian Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Sandra Huicochea Castellanos was last updated on August 21, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.