Catherine Nicastri, M.D.
Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine
Catherine Nicastri is a Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine specialist based in East Setauket, NY with over 28 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across NY can see Catherine Nicastri, M.D. in person in East Setauket or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at State University of New York at Stony Brook, School of Medicine (class of 1998), she has been practicing for over 28 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 98.52/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 20% of reporting doctors in New York
- Uses generic medications more than 58% of reporting doctors in New York
- Federal MIPS score higher than 72% of MIPS-scored doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 6895dNPPES updated 2007-07-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New York State Board for Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 72% of doctors in New York on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202398.52/100
New York avg: 87 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+14.9 pts)
Better than 72% of MIPS-scored doctors in New YorkHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.91%
New York avg: 3.5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.2 pts)
2.91% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.2%
New York avg: 82 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in New YorkHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
385
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
391
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
4,815
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $513k
Percentile rankings compared against 8,064 reporting peers in New York.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+23%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1998
Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University
28 years in practice
Experienced
Geriatricians specialize in healthcare for older adults, managing multiple chronic conditions, medication interactions, cognitive decline, falls prevention, and end-of-life care planning.
Taxonomy: 207RG0300X
Education & Training
State University of New York at Stony Brook, School of Medicine (Class of 1998)
Mailing address
P.O. Box 1559, Stony Brook, NY 11790
Differs from practice location
Virtual Geriatric Medicine Care With Catherine Nicastri
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Catherine Nicastri for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to East Setauket required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Catherine Nicastri
Dr. Nicastri is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in East Setauket, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (631) 444-4630.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Catherine Nicastri
Practice Location
205 N Belle Mead Ave, East Setauket, NY 11733
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 1559, Stony Brook, NY 11790
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