R Cantu, M.D.
NPI 1578740270 · Family Medicine Physician · Laredo, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
R Cantu, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Laredo, TX (NPI 1578740270).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578740270
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G8037 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
669 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Physician Or Allowed Practitioner Supervision of a Patient Receiving Medicare-Covered Services Provided By a Participating Home Health Agency (patient Not Present) Requiring Complex and Multidisciplinary Care Modalities Involving Regular Physician Or AllowG0181 | 159 | $100 |
| Residence Visit for Established Patient With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 40 Minutes99349 | 143 | $121 |
| Physician Or Allowed Practitioner Re-Certification for Medicare-Covered Home Health Services Under a Home Health Plan of Care (patient Not Present), Including Contacts With Home Health Agency and Review of Reports of Patient Status Required By Physicians aG0179 | 143 | $40 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 136 | $117 |
| Brief Communication Technology-Based Service, E.g. Virtual Check-In, By a Physician Or Other Qualified Health Care Professional Who Can Report Evaluation and Management Services, Provided to an Established Patient, Not Originating From a Related E/M Servic |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 47 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 87 | 18 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 86 | 16 |
| Lisinopril | 56 | 16 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 55 | 13 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 47 | — |
| Losartan Potassium | 45 | 16 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-01-24
- Last updated
- 2015-02-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is R Cantu's NPI number?
- R Cantu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578740270, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is R Cantu's specialty?
- R Cantu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is R Cantu located?
- R Cantu's practice location on file with NPPES is 313 W Village Blvd, Laredo, TX 78041-2275.
- What is R Cantu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for R Cantu is (956) 727-0444.
- Does R Cantu accept Medicare?
- R Cantu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is R Cantu's NPI active?
- Yes — R Cantu's NPI (1578740270) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-02-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.