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DR. GEORGE ALBERT CASTRO M.D.
NPI 1992852941
Internal Medicine - Pulmonary Disease in New York, NY

Active since January 04, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
36 E 36TH ST STE 1J, NEW YORK, NY 10016(212) 228-0997(646) 808-3677 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 15, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. George Albert Castro M.d. NPPES

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

DR. GEORGE ALBERT CASTRO M.D. (NPI 1992852941) is an individual pulmonary disease provider in New York, New York, licensed in New York (198386) and active in the NPI registry since January 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1990).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1992852941
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RP1001X
Provider Legal NameDR. GEORGE ALBERT CASTROCredential: M.D.
Location Address36 E 36TH ST STE 1JNew York, NY 10016-3441
Mailing Address36 E 36th St Ste 1jNew York, NY 10016-3441 · (212) 228-0997 · Fax (646) 808-3677
Phone(212) 228-0997
Fax(646) 808-3677
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1990
Enumeration DateJanuary 4, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 15, 2025
NPPES CertifiedDecember 15, 2025
✔ NPI 1992852941 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Pulmonary DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RP1001X
License✔ Licensed in NY · 198386
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 ListedInternal Medicine · Critical Care MedicineTaxonomy 207RC0200X · License 198386 (NY)
36 E 36TH ST STE 1J, New York, NY 10016
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Other Identifiers 12

OtherN246426NY · Wellcare
Other1046946Aetna
Other198386NY · Hip
Other2508343Ghi
Other40C771Empire Bcbs
OtherP963442NY · Oxford
Medicaid01872480NY
Other0407697United Healthcare
Other1C7555Phs Healthnet
Other1C7555NY · Healthnet
Other91001911800Americhoice
OtherP12012912Multiplan

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. George Albert Castro 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 ID9133156623
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050902000701
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 11

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 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.
266 services69 patients
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.
209 services67 patients
Insertion of needle into vein (3 years or older) 36410
This procedure involves placing a small needle into a vein, typically in the arm. It's done to collect blood for testing or to deliver medication. You may feel a quick pinch, but it's usually over in seconds. It's a common, safe procedure.
155 services60 patients
Evaluation of use of breathing device 94664
The evaluation of a breathing device involves checking how effectively you're using it to manage your respiratory condition. It assesses the device's fit, your comfort, and your technique to ensure optimal results.
127 services25 patients
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.
101 services23 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.
37 services36 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 10016 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
$150.24 typical visit price
range $65.69 – $198.19
Typical copayment $37.56 (range $16.42 – $49.54)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$114.88 typical visit price
range $21.20 – $160.66
Typical copayment $28.72 (range $5.30 – $40.16)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
2 suppliers11 claims15 services$6.61 avg. paid by Medicare
Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
1 supplier412 claims2,052 services$214.01 avg. paid by Medicare
Receiver (monitor), dedicated, for use with therapeutic glucose continuous monitor system K0554
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
1 supplier409 claims409 services$209.15 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 George Castro's NPI number?

The NPI number for George Castro is 1992852941. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 4, 2007.

Where is George Castro located?

George Castro practices at 36 E 36th St Ste 1J, New York, NY 10016. The listed phone number is (212) 228-0997.

What is George Castro's specialty?

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

Is George Castro enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. George 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for George Castro was last updated on December 15, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 months 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.