Jose Castillo, MD
NPI 1245223478 · Medical Oncology Physician · Hazleton, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jose Castillo, MD is a Medical Oncology Physician provider in Hazleton, PA (NPI 1245223478).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1245223478
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Medical Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD069930L (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,283 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 588 | $92 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 368 | $16 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 225 | $136 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 21-30 Minutes99443 | 45 | $108 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 43 | $172 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 43 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxyurea | 89 | 19 |
| Prednisone | 77 | 33 |
| Anastrozole | 73 | 22 |
| Dexamethasone | 66 | 40 |
| Prochlorperazine Maleate | 65 | 50 |
| Lenalidomide | 58 | 11 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 58 | 30 |
| Enzalutamidebrand: Xtandi | 56 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$697 across 12 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-08-23
- Last updated
- 2020-08-10
- Certified
- 2020-08-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jose Castillo's NPI number?
- Jose Castillo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245223478, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jose Castillo's specialty?
- Jose Castillo is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Medical Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jose Castillo located?
- Jose Castillo's practice location on file with NPPES is 1740 E Broad St, Hazleton, PA 18201-5667.
- What is Jose Castillo's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jose Castillo is (570) 459-2902.
- Does Jose Castillo accept Medicare?
- Jose Castillo is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jose Castillo's NPI active?
- Yes — Jose Castillo's NPI (1245223478) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-08-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.