David Castillejos, M.D.
NPI 1558446401 · Ophthalmology Physician · Chula Vista, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Castillejos, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Chula Vista, CA (NPI 1558446401).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1558446401
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A44482 (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
1,318 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 511 | $139 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 121 | $44 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 117 | $40 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 75 | $62 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 73 | $52 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 71 | $71 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 28 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Acetate | 901 | 494 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 844 | 431 |
| Latanoprost | 757 | 147 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 736 | 418 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 519 | 403 |
| Timolol Maleate | 422 | 130 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 317 | 105 |
| Bimatoprost |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$674 across 17 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
- 2006-10-26
- Last updated
- 2018-07-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Castillejos's NPI number?
- David Castillejos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558446401, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Castillejos's specialty?
- David Castillejos is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Castillejos located?
- David Castillejos's practice location on file with NPPES is 342 F St, Chula Vista, CA 91910.
- What is David Castillejos's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Castillejos is (619) 422-1471.
- Does David Castillejos accept Medicare?
- David Castillejos is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Castillejos's NPI active?
- Yes — David Castillejos's NPI (1558446401) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-07-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.