Maricel Del Carmen Castaner, MD
With over 21 years in internal medicine, Maricel Del Carmen Castaner, MD is a long-established hematology & oncology specialist in Jefferson Hills. She graduated from University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine in 2005 and has 21+ years of clinical experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 85.57/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 31% of reporting doctors in Pennsylvania
- Uses generic medications more than 31% of reporting doctors in Pennsylvania
- Federal MIPS score higher than 63% of MIPS-scored doctors in Pennsylvania
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1979dNPPES updated 2020-12-04 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
575 Coal Valley Rd Suite 400, Jefferson Hills, PA 15025-3730
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Pennsylvania, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202385.57/100
Pennsylvania avg: 83.7 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in PennsylvaniaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.07%
Pennsylvania avg: 4.3 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3 pts)
2.07% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better84.5%
Pennsylvania avg: 82.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+1.7 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
184
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
192
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
724
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.23M
Percentile rankings compared against 3,764 reporting peers in Pennsylvania.
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%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+35%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$279 received from industry
7 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Maricel Del Carmen Castaner's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2005
University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine
Board certified · Dec 3, 2020
CMS-verified certification date
21 years in practice
Experienced
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
Taxonomy: 207RH0003X
Education & Training
University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine (Class of 2005)
Mailing address
247 Morewood Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213-1861
Differs from practice location
Virtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Maricel Del Carmen Castaner
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Maricel Del Carmen Castaner for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Jefferson Hills 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 Maricel Del Carmen Castaner
NPI records show Dr. Castaner as active with telehealth listed in Jefferson Hills, PA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (412) 267-6500.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Maricel Del Carmen Castaner
Practice Location
575 Coal Valley Rd Suite 400, Jefferson Hills, PA 15025-3730
Mailing Address
247 Morewood Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213-1861
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