DERMATOPATHOLOGY REFERENCE LAB
NPI 1831231745
Clinical Medical Laboratory in Lexington, KY

Active since February 14, 2007
250 FOUNTAIN CT, LEXINGTON, KY 40509(859) 263-4444(859) 543-8867 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 2, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

About Dermatopathology Reference Lab NPPES

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

DERMATOPATHOLOGY REFERENCE LAB (NPI 1831231745) is a healthcare organization registered as a clinical medical laboratory in Lexington, Kentucky and active in the NPI registry since February 2007. The organization lists Fernando De Castro, Medical Director, as its authorized official.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1831231745
Entity TypeOrganization
Primary Taxonomy291U00000X
Legal Business NameDERMATOLOGY ASSOCIATES OF KENTUCKY, PSC
Location Address250 FOUNTAIN CTLexington, KY 40509-1888
Mailing Address250 Fountain CtLexington, KY 40509-1888 · (859) 263-4444 · Fax (859) 543-8867
Fax(859) 543-8867
Organization SubpartNo
Authorized OfficialFernando De CastroMedical Director · (859) 263-4444
Enumeration DateFebruary 14, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 2, 2022
NPPES CertifiedAugust 2, 2022
NPI 1831231745 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyClinical Medical LaboratoryLaboratories
Taxonomy Code291U00000X
License Licensed in KY · 200197
Definition

(1) A clinical laboratory is a facility for the biological, microbiological, serological, chemical, immunohematological, hematological, biophysical, cytological, pathological, or other examination of materials derived from the human body for the purpose of providing information for the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of any disease or impairment of, human beings. These examinations also include procedures to determine, measure, or otherwise describe the presence or absence of various substances or organisms in the body. Facilities only collecting or preparing specimens (or both) or only serving as a mailing service and not performing testing are not considered clinical laboratories. (2) Any facility that examines materials from the human body for purposes of providing information for the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of any disease or impairment of, or the assessment of, the health of human beings. Typical divisions of a clinical laboratory include hematology, cytology, bacteriology, histology, biochemistry, medical toxicology, and serology.

250 FOUNTAIN CT, Lexington, KY 40509

Other Names 1

Doing Business AsDermatopathology Reference Lab

Other Identifiers 4

Other0350069KY · United Healthcare
Medicaid37000163KY
OtherC03011Cumberland Healthcare
Other000000179530KY · Anthem Blue Cross & Blue Shield

CLIA Laboratory Certificates CMS CLIA

Laboratory certificates issued under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program, which sets federal quality standards for human laboratory testing in the United States. There is no official CMS crosswalk between CLIA and NPI numbers; these certificates are associated with this NPI by matching facility names, locations and phone numbers in the CMS CLIA registry.

Certificate of Accreditation 18D0323425

Lexington Clinic - Dermatopathology Ref Lab · Lexington, KY
Expired · Jul 22, 2026
CLIA Number18D0323425
Laboratory TypePhysician Office
Certificate Effective DateJuly 23, 2024
Certificate Expiration DateJuly 22, 2026
Laboratory DirectorDr. Fernando De Castro
Laboratory Phone(859) 263-4444
Laboratory LocationLexington Clinic - Dermatopathology Ref Lab250 Fountain Court, Lexington, KY 40509
CLIA data matches this NPI record on: Address Phone
This is a certificate that is issued to a laboratory on the basis of the laboratory's accreditation by an accreditation organization approved by CMS.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 7

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.

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.
5,141 services3,039 patients
Antibody evaluation, each additional single antibody stain procedure 88350
An antibody evaluation involves testing a sample of your body fluid (like blood) to identify specific antibodies. Each additional single antibody stain procedure is a separate test for another specific antibody. This helps in diagnosing various health conditions by understanding your body's immune response.
262 services85 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.
157 services144 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.
143 services137 patients
Antibody evaluation, initial single antibody stain procedure 88346
An antibody evaluation, initial single antibody stain procedure is a laboratory test. It's designed to identify specific proteins, or antibodies, in your body. This can help diagnose certain conditions or monitor your immune system's response to treatments. The procedure involves staining a single type of antibody for detection.
87 services85 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.
64 services58 patients

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1831231745, enumerated as an "organization" on February 14, 2007.

The provider is located at 250 FOUNTAIN CT LEXINGTON, KY 40509 and the phone number is (859) 263-4444.

Clinical Medical Laboratory with taxonomy code 291U00000X.

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