DR. MARIO CASTRO MD
NPI 1881610004
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in Kansas City, KS

Active since July 14, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
91.89/100
CMS Quality Rating
4000 CAMBRIDGE ST, KANSAS CITY, KS 66160(913) 588-7529 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 8, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 8, 2022, Nov 14, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Mario Castro Md NPPES

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

DR. MARIO CASTRO MD (NPI 1881610004) is an individual pulmonary disease provider in Kansas City, Kansas, licensed in Kansas (04-42481) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Kansas Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Missouri, Columbia School Of Medicine (1988).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1881610004
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RP1001X
Provider Legal NameDR. MARIO CASTROCredential: MD
Location Address4000 CAMBRIDGE STKansas City, KS 66160-1032
Mailing Address4000 Cambridge StKansas City, KS 66160-8501 · (913) 588-7529
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Missouri, Columbia School Of MedicineGraduated 1988
Enumeration DateJuly 14, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 8, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 8, 2022
NPI 1881610004 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RP1001X
Licenses Licensed in KS · 04-42481 Licensed in MO · 106692
Definition
An internist who treats diseases of the lungs and airways. The pulmonologist diagnoses and treats cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental diseases, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema and other complex disorders of the lungs.
Also ListedAnesthesiology · Critical Care MedicineTaxonomy 207LC0200X · License 106692 (MO)
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 106692 (MO), 04-42481 (KS)
4000 CAMBRIDGE ST, Kansas City, KS 66160

Other Identifiers 2

MedicaidENROLLEDIL
Medicaid207670506MO

Accepted 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

Dr. Mario Castro Md 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 ID4789729534
PECOS Enrollment IDI20191010000759
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 10

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.

Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume 94010
This test, known as spirometry, assesses how well your lungs work. It measures how much air you can inhale, how much you can exhale and how quickly you can exhale. It's non-invasive and helps diagnose conditions like asthma or COPD.
195 services192 patients
Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases 94729
This is a test called a pulmonary function test, which helps understand the efficiency of your lungs. It measures how much air your lungs can hold, how quickly you can move air in and out of your lungs, and how well your lungs put oxygen into and remove carbon dioxide from your blood.
168 services167 patients
Test to determine lung volumes using sensors 94726
This test, called spirometry, measures lung capacity using sensors. You breathe into a mouthpiece attached to a device that records the amount and rate of air you inhale and exhale. It helps diagnose and monitor lung conditions.
153 services152 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
58 services57 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
40 services27 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
31 services25 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

University Of Kansas Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Kansas City, KS
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number170040
Location4000 Cambridge StreetKansas City, KS 66160 · Wyandotte County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Olathe Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Olathe, KS
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number170049
Location20333 West 151st StreetOlathe, KS 66061 · Johnson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 66160 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
$122.41 typical visit price
range $53.00 – $161.67
Typical copayment $30.60 (range $13.25 – $40.41)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$94.12 typical visit price
range $16.88 – $132.11
Typical copayment $23.53 (range $4.22 – $33.02)
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.

91.89/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality75.17
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 7

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

Portable oxygen contents, gaseous, 1 month's supply = 1 unit E0443
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
2 suppliers13 claims13 services$33.38 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
5 suppliers42 claims46 services$86.11 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
4 suppliers37 claims37 services$33.83 avg. paid by Medicare
Formoterol fumarate, inhalation solution, fda approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, 20 micrograms J7606
DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N
1 supplier13 claims780 services$6.25 avg. paid by Medicare
Albuterol, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose, 1 mg J7613
DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N
3 suppliers16 claims1,348 services$0.03 avg. paid by Medicare
Budesonide, inhalation solution, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, up to 0.5 mg J7626
DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG000N
1 supplier13 claims780 services$0.81 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 20

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

Physician Assistant (Surgical)
4000 CAMBRIDGE ST
KANSAS CITY, KS 66160
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
4000 CAMBRIDGE ST
KANSAS CITY, KS 66160
Internal Medicine
4000 CAMBRIDGE ST
KANSAS CITY, KS 66160
Internal Medicine
4000 CAMBRIDGE ST
KANSAS CITY, KS 66160
Emergency Medicine
4000 CAMBRIDGE ST
KANSAS CITY, KS 66160
Emergency Medicine
4000 CAMBRIDGE ST
KANSAS CITY, KS 66160
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
4000 CAMBRIDGE ST
KANSAS CITY, KS 66160
Nurse Practitioner (Neonatal, Critical Care)
4000 CAMBRIDGE ST
KANSAS CITY, KS 66160

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 Mario Castro's NPI number?

The NPI number for Mario Castro is 1881610004. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 14, 2006.

Where is Mario Castro located?

Mario Castro practices at 4000 Cambridge St, Kansas City, KS 66160. The listed phone number is (913) 588-7529.

What is Mario Castro's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary Disease, with taxonomy code 207RP1001X.

Is Mario Castro enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Mario Castro 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.

What insurance does Mario Castro accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Inc., Oscar Insurance Company and UnitedHealthcare list Mario Castro as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Mario Castro affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Mario Castro is affiliated with University Of Kansas Hospital and Olathe Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Mario Castro was last updated on November 8, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.