Dr. Brian Castlemain, M.D.
Thoracic Surgery
20+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
1 location
About Dr. Brian Castlemain
Brian Castlemain, M.D. is a healthcare provider practicing in Albuquerque, NM.
Specialty Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
41
Years Experience
1
Location
2
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
Thoracic SurgeryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Medical College Of Wisconsin
Class of 1985
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 2 states
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Mexico | MD2009-0736 | Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) | |
| Kansas | 04-24122 | Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) | — |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Brian Castlemain
With 20 years of practice, Dr. Brian Castlemain is an established thoracic surgery provider, M.D., after earning their medical degree at Medical College Of Wisconsin in 1985. Dr. currently practices at Southwest Medical Associates, Llc in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285726802, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. Brian Castlemain as a lower-volume thoracic surgery provider, treating approximately 111 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 264 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Brian Castlemain received $154 in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$154
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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Thoracic Surgery Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 87102
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Brian Castlemain
What does Dr. Brian Castlemain specialize in?
Dr. Brian Castlemain specializes in Thoracic Surgery. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Thoracic Surgery (cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery).
Where does Dr. Brian Castlemain practice?
Dr. Brian Castlemain practices at Southwest Medical Associates, Llc in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Does Dr. Brian Castlemain accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Brian Castlemain accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 111 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Brian Castlemain's NPI number?
Dr. Brian Castlemain's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285726802. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Brian Castlemain been practicing?
Dr. Brian Castlemain has approximately 20 years of practice experience, having graduated from Medical College Of Wisconsin in 1985.