Carlos Cantu, M.D.
NPI 1235362146 · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician · Tucson, AZ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pathology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Carlos Cantu, M.D. is a Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician provider in Tucson, AZ (NPI 1235362146).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1235362146
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 46996 (AZ)
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
16 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
14,665 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Flow Cytometry Technique for Dna Or Cell Analysis, Each Additional Marker88185 | 8,960 | $22 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue Including Interpretation and Report88313 | 1,118 | $79 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 657 | $68 |
| Microscopic Genetic Analysis of Tissue, Computer-Assisted Technology, Initial Procedure, Each Multiplex Procedure88374 | 582 | $39 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Each Additional Procedure88341 | 458 | $86 |
| Flow Cytometry Technique for Dna Or Cell Analysis, 16 Or More Markers88189 | 389 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$46 across 2 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1800 E Florence BlvdCasa Grande, AZ 85122-5303Phone: (602) 685-5211Fax: (602) 685-5325
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-08-26
- Last updated
- 2020-08-07
- Certified
- 2020-08-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Carlos Cantu's NPI number?
- Carlos Cantu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235362146, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Carlos Cantu's specialty?
- Carlos Cantu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Carlos Cantu located?
- Carlos Cantu's practice location on file with NPPES is 350 N Wilmot Rd, Tucson, AZ 85711-2602.
- What is Carlos Cantu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Carlos Cantu is (602) 685-5211.
- Does Carlos Cantu accept Medicare?
- Carlos Cantu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Carlos Cantu's NPI active?
- Yes — Carlos Cantu's NPI (1235362146) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-08-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.