2026 NPPES data Specialist NPI 1871567552 MD
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ANTHONY LOCASTRO, MD

Specialist in CUYAHOGA FALLS, Ohio. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
628
Medicare Part D claims · 366 beneficiaries · Specialist avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
66%
generic claims · 34% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
Industry payments
$19.36
1 payments · CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)

What the federal data shows

ANTHONY LOCASTRO, MD filed 628 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Specialist in CUYAHOGA FALLS, Ohio, prescribing 66% generic.

628
Part D claims, 2023
66%
generic prescribing
$19.36
industry payments (Sunshine Act)

Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records (NPPES, Medicare Part D, MIPS, Open Payments) — no proprietary rating or editorial opinion is applied.

ANTHONY LOCASTRO, MD's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023 — across all CMS prescribers nationally

628 Top 31% higher than 69% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). Below this entry. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). Below this entry. 400–600: 90,619 prescribers (7%). Below this entry. 600–800: 56,224 prescribers (4%). This entry sits in this band. 800–1,000: 40,919 prescribers (3%). Above this entry. 1,000–1,200: 31,827 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,200–1,400: 26,224 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,400–1,600: 21,710 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,600–1,800: 19,072 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 1,800–2,000: 16,451 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 2,000–2,200: 213,991 prescribers (16%). Above this entry. This provider 0 2K+ every Part D prescriber (claims/yr), bucketed by value

Each bar is a band; taller bars hold more prescribers. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.

Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023

What does the federal data show about ANTHONY LOCASTRO, MD?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 02/17/2006

NPI 1871567552

Primary specialty

Specialist

High-volume

69,658 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

628 57% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,474

Specialty distribution in Ohio

How Specialist compares to other specialties among Ohio providers

Ohio providers

Specialist share within Ohio

1. Specialist42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Specialist share within Ohio

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Specialist (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Specialist ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Specialist) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Specialist) — ABMS / AOA estimate

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).

ANTHONY LOCASTRO, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Specialist provider holding MD credentials at 789 GRAHAM RD, CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH, 44221, with a listed phone of (330) 923-5676. NPI 1871567552 was issued on 02/17/2006. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what LOCASTRO most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 628 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 366 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $8K in drug spend, split 34% brand-name and 66% generic by claim count. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Specialist is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 69,658 enrolled providers across 55 states and an average of 1,474 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

789 GRAHAM RD
CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH 44221

Provider Details

NPI 1871567552
Specialty Specialist
Credentials MD
Gender Male
NPI Issued 02/17/2006

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where ANTHONY LOCASTRO, MD bills Medicare from. Star ratings (1-5) are CMS Hospital Compare's "Hospital overall rating" — a composite of mortality, readmission, patient experience, safety, timely care, and efficient use of medical imaging measures. Source: CMS Care Compare.

MIDWEST EYE CONSULTANTS OHIO, INC
FAIRLAWN, OH

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Industry payments received (2024) — CMS Open Payments transparency data

The federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act (part of the Affordable Care Act) requires drug and medical-device manufacturers + group purchasing organizations to publicly report payments and other transfers of value to physicians and teaching hospitals. The data below covers 2024 for ANTHONY LOCASTRO, MD. Source: openpaymentsdata.cms.gov.

Total received

$19

Largest payer

Dompe US, Inc.

Most common payment type

Food and Beverage

Industry payments are not necessarily indicators of bias — they include research funding, consulting fees for evidence-based work, royalties for inventions, food at conferences, and similar items. The disclosure exists for transparency. Read our methodology for how we interpret this data.

License & disciplinary context — Ohio OMB 2023 annual report

Aggregate state board data only — NOT a determination of any individual provider's status. The figures below describe statewide disciplinary activity across all ~48K Ohio medical licensees in 2023 — they are NOT specific to ANTHONY LOCASTRO, MD. To verify ANTHONY LOCASTRO, MD's current license status, search the OMB public license lookup directly, or check the Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB) verification service.

158
Total board actions, Ohio 2023
Across 154 cases
3.29
Actions per 1,000 licensees
Ohio statewide rate
probation
Most common action type
56 cases

OMB publishes annual disciplinary statistics as part of public-record reporting under each state's Administrative Procedure Act. See the full breakdown by action type and year on the Ohio disciplinary trends page. Cross-checked against FSMB U.S. Medical Regulatory Trends.

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Above average

ANTHONY LOCASTRO, MD — brand share 34.0%
Specialty average (est.)

34% brand-name claims vs 66% generic, on 628 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

628
Total Claims
$8K
Total Drug Cost
366
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
666
Total Day Supply
9,986
Brand vs Generic
34% brand / 66% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$3K
Generic Drug Cost
$5K
Antibiotic Claims
35

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
75.0 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
0.93
Gender Split
68% female / 32% male

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

What ANTHONY LOCASTRO, MD prescribes most

Top Medicare Part D drugs by claim count, 2023

claims
Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File As of 2023
Drug Claims
Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth
Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha
385
Erythromycin
Erythromycin Base
158
Cephalexin
23
Brimonidine Tartrate
20

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Specialist Overview

How ANTHONY LOCASTRO, MD fits within the Specialist landscape nationally.

69,658
Specialist Providers in US
55
States with Specialist
1,474
Avg Claims per Provider

ANTHONY LOCASTRO, MD's 628 claims are below the specialty average of 1,474.

Nearby Specialist Providers in Ohio

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Ohio, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as LOCASTRO.

Compare Specialist nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ANTHONY LOCASTRO, MD's specialty?
ANTHONY LOCASTRO, MD specializes in Specialist and practices in CUYAHOGA FALLS, Ohio. Credentials: MD.
How much does ANTHONY LOCASTRO, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, ANTHONY LOCASTRO, MD wrote 628 Medicare Part D claims totaling $8K in drug costs for 366 beneficiaries.
Where is ANTHONY LOCASTRO, MD located?
ANTHONY LOCASTRO, MD is located at 789 GRAHAM RD, CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH, 44221. Phone: (330) 923-5676.
What is ANTHONY LOCASTRO, MD's NPI number?
ANTHONY LOCASTRO, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871567552, issued on 02/17/2006.
Does ANTHONY LOCASTRO, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
ANTHONY LOCASTRO, MD's prescribing is 34% brand-name and 66% generic drugs by claim count, with $3K in brand drug costs.
How many Specialist providers are there in the US?
There are 69,658 Specialist providers across 55 states in the US. The average Specialist provider writes 1,474 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does ANTHONY LOCASTRO, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, ANTHONY LOCASTRO, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth, Erythromycin, Cephalexin. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does ANTHONY LOCASTRO, MD accept Medicare?
ANTHONY LOCASTRO, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 628 Part D claims and 366 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify ANTHONY LOCASTRO, MD's credentials?
ANTHONY LOCASTRO, MD's NPI is 1871567552 with credentials MD. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

See our complete data methodology for details on how we collect and process government data.

Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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