Michael Castro, MD
NPI 1437180320 · Dermatology Physician · Lakewood, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Castro, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Lakewood, CA (NPI 1437180320).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1437180320
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A69701 (CA)
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
19 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
693 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 258 | $101 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 149 | $77 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 127 | $8 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 89 | $124 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 58 | $115 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, Each Additional Growth |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 37 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Clobetasol Propionate | 285 | 150 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 242 | 116 |
| Fluocinonide | 146 | 64 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 129 | 53 |
| Ketoconazole | 104 | 33 |
| Mupirocin | 94 | 65 |
| Calcipotriene | 77 | — |
| Tacrolimus | 72 | 31 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,516 across 140 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
- 2006-07-06
- Last updated
- 2013-06-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Castro's NPI number?
- Michael Castro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437180320, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Castro's specialty?
- Michael Castro is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Castro located?
- Michael Castro's practice location on file with NPPES is 5750 Downey Ave, Lakewood, CA 90712-1405.
- What is Michael Castro's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Castro is (562) 630-3105.
- Does Michael Castro accept Medicare?
- Michael Castro is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Castro's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Castro's NPI (1437180320) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-06-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.