Fernando Castro-Pavia, M.D.
NPI 1679535116 · Gastroenterology Physician · Weston, FL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Fernando Castro-Pavia, M.D. is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in Weston, FL (NPI 1679535116).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1679535116
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME0084443 (FL)
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
452 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 | 125 | $100 |
| 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 | 95 | $17 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 53 | $136 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 46 | $260 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 29 | $119 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 89 | 34 |
| Escitalopram Oxalate | 38 | 11 |
| Ursodiol | 33 | — |
| Carvedilol | 32 | 11 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 32 | 15 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 20 | — |
| Colestipol Hcl | 18 | — |
| Buspirone Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,260 across 38 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
- 2006-04-03
- Last updated
- 2008-03-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Fernando Castro-Pavia's NPI number?
- Fernando Castro-Pavia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679535116, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Fernando Castro-Pavia's specialty?
- Fernando Castro-Pavia is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Fernando Castro-Pavia located?
- Fernando Castro-Pavia's practice location on file with NPPES is 2950 Cleveland Clinic Blvd, Weston, FL 33331-3609.
- What is Fernando Castro-Pavia's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Fernando Castro-Pavia is (954) 659-5000.
- Does Fernando Castro-Pavia accept Medicare?
- Fernando Castro-Pavia is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Fernando Castro-Pavia's NPI active?
- Yes — Fernando Castro-Pavia's NPI (1679535116) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2008-03-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.