Mitchell Castro, P.A.
NPI 1669421749 · Physician Assistant · Glendale, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physician Assistant · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Mitchell Castro, P.A. is a Physician Assistant provider in Glendale, CA (NPI 1669421749).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1669421749
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Physician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- P.A.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- Q61461 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
490 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 | 216 | $115 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 81 | $83 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 64 | $158 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 51 | $101 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 15 Minutes Or More99202 | 46 | $66 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 27 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 154 | 44 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 114 | 32 |
| Omeprazole | 113 | 39 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 78 | 76 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 59 | 15 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Peg-3350 and Electrolytes | 46 | 45 |
| Lubiprostone | 45 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$93 across 1 record (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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 200 W Arbor DrSan Diego, CA 92103-9000Phone: (858) 249-6751
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-08
- Last updated
- 2022-02-23
- Certified
- 2022-02-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Mitchell Castro's NPI number?
- Mitchell Castro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1669421749, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Mitchell Castro's specialty?
- Mitchell Castro is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Physician Assistant (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Mitchell Castro located?
- Mitchell Castro's practice location on file with NPPES is 801 South Chevy Chase Drive, Glendale, CA 91205.
- What is Mitchell Castro's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Mitchell Castro is (818) 242-8916.
- Does Mitchell Castro accept Medicare?
- Mitchell Castro is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Mitchell Castro's NPI active?
- Yes — Mitchell Castro's NPI (1669421749) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-02-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.