GLORIA ESTHER CASTRO MD.
NPI 1972687218
Pathology - Forensic Pathology in Phoenix, AZ
NPI Status: Active since October 24, 2006
Contact Information
4212 N 16TH ST
PHOENIX, AZ
ZIP 85016
Phone: (602) 263-1511
Fax: (602) 263-1619
- Individual
- Female
- Pathology
- Forensic Pathology
- Accepts Insurance
- PECOS Enrolled
About GLORIA CASTRO
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Gloria Castro, a provider established in Phoenix, Arizona with a medical specialization in Pathology, focusing in forensic pathology . The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1972687218 assigned on October 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207ZF0201X with license number 19881 (AZ). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated one year ago.
- NPI
- 1972687218
- Provider Name
- GLORIA ESTHER CASTRO MD.
- Gender
- Female
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 4212 N 16TH ST PHOENIX, AZ 85016
- Location Phone
- (602) 263-1511
- Location Fax
- (602) 263-1619
- Mailing Address
- PO BOX 31001-0698 PASADENA, CA 91110
- Mailing Phone
- (602) 263-1511
- Mailing Fax
- (602) 263-1619
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 10-24-2006
- Last Update Date
- 09-11-2025
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
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- Classification
Pathology Forensic Pathology
- Taxonomy Code
- 207ZF0201X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- 19881
- License State
- AZ
- Taxonomy Description
- A forensic pathologist is expert in investigating and evaluating cases of sudden, unexpected, suspicious and violent death as well as other specific classes of death defined by law. The forensic pathologist serves the public as coroner or medical examiner, or by performing medicolegal autopsies for such officials.
Secondary Taxonomies
The provider has reported to the NPI enumerator additional taxonomy codes. Multiple taxonomy codes may represent subspecialties or other areas of specialization the provider maybe licensed to practice.
| No. | Taxonomy Code | Type | Classification / Specialization |
License No. (State) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 207ZP0102X | Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians | Pathology | 19881 (AZ) |
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
- Blue Advantage Bronze HMO? 204 - HMO
- Blue Advantage Bronze HMO? 301 - HMO
- Blue Advantage Bronze HMO? Standard - HMO
- Blue Advantage Gold HMO? 206 - HMO
- Blue Advantage Gold HMO? 603 - HMO
- Blue Advantage Gold HMO? Standard - HMO
- Blue Advantage Plus Bronze? 303 - POS
- Blue Advantage Plus Bronze? 305 - POS
- Blue Advantage Plus Bronze? Standard - POS
- Blue Advantage Plus Gold? 203 - POS
- Bronze Classic 4700 - EPO
- Bronze Classic Standard - EPO
- Bronze Elite + PCP Saver Plus - EPO
- Bronze Simple Breathe Easy with Enhanced COPD Benefits - EPO
- Bronze Simple Chronic Care CKM - EPO
- Bronze Simple Diabetes - EPO
- Gold Classic - EPO
- Gold Classic Guided Care - HMO
- Gold Classic Standard - EPO
- Gold Classic Standard Guided Care - HMO
- Sendero Health Austin512 Silver / $40 PCP / $75 Specialist / $15 Generic Drugs / $0 Deductible - HMO
- Sendero Health Capital Silver / $40 PCP / $80 Specialist / $20 Generic Drugs - HMO
- Sendero Health Hill Country Gold / $30 PCP / $60 Specialist / $15 Generic Drugs - HMO
- Sendero Health Original Silver / $20 PCP + 2 $0 PCP Visits / $10 Generic Drugs - HMO
- Sendero Health Preferred Bronze / $25 PCP / $75 Specialist / $22 Generic Drugs - HMO
- Sendero Health Quality Care Bronze High Deductible / $50 PCP / $25 Generic Drugs / $100 Specialist - HMO
- Sendero Health Real Gold / $350 Deductible - HMO
Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.
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*Please verify directly with this provider to make sure your insurance plan is currently accepted.
Additional Identifiers
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| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZ0728570 | OTHER (01) | AZ | BCBSAZ |
| 413625 | MEDICAID (05) | AZ |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Gloria Castro is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.
What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.
Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity
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.
This service was performed 37 times for 19 patientsPhysician Visit Costs
The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.
For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.
The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 85016 ZIP code area.
New Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99204
- Average New Patient Price $127.71
- Minimum New Patient Price $55.44
- Maximum New Patient Price $168.6
- Average New Patient Copayment $31.92
- Minimum New Patient Copayment $13.86
- Maximum New Patient Copayment $42.15
Established Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99214
- Average Established Patient Price $98
- Minimum Established Patient Price $17.72
- Maximum Established Patient Price $137.41
- Average Established Patient Copayment $24.5
- Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.43
- Maximum Established Patient Copayment $34.35
* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1972687218, we treat the final digit (8) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 62. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 62 = 8).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 62 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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PHOENIX, AZ 85016
Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1972687218, enumerated as an "individual" on October 24, 2006.
The provider is located at 4212 N 16TH ST PHOENIX, AZ 85016 and the phone number is (602) 263-1511.
Pathology with taxonomy code 207ZF0201X and a focus in Forensic Pathology.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Oscar. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
