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Dr. James Cantu, MD

Dr. James Cantu, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Lewiston, ME

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cantu, Family Medicine Specialist in Lewiston, ME?

    Dr. James Cantu, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lewiston, ME. Dr. Cantu graduated from Texas A&M Health Science Center College Of Medicine and completed his residency at Family Medicine Residency, Corpus Christi Family Practice, Corpus Christi, TX. He is a member of the Texas Medical Association and American Academy of Family Physicians. Dr. Cantu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cantu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cantu’s office at (254) 605-1100.

    Where did Dr. Cantu go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Family Medicine Residency, Corpus Christi Family Practice, Corpus Christi, TX

    • Medical School: Texas A&M University / Main Campus | Texas A&M Health Science Center College Of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Cantu speak?

    Dr. Cantu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cantu typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cantu diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Cantu. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cantu typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Cantu may include:

    Please contact Dr. Cantu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Cantu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cantu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (254) 605-1100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cantu accept in Lewiston, ME?

    Dr. Cantu in Lewiston, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AllCare Health

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Cantu's office located?

    Dr. James Cantu's Primary Practice

    12 High St Ste 302

    Lewiston, ME 04240

    (254) 605-1100

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    Texas Medical Association

    Member

    American Academy of Family Physicians

    Member

    What is Dr. Cantu's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Cantu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780977512.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cantu?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cantu

    What is Dr. James Cantu's specialty?

    Dr. Cantu is a Family Medicine Specialist near Lewiston, ME.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. James Cantu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cantu is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, San Mateo Medical Center, St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca), Adventist Health Glendale which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. James Cantu accepting new patients in Lewiston, ME?

    Yes, Dr. James Cantu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Cantu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cantu's office at (254) 605-1100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Cantu?

    Please contact Dr. Cantu's office at (254) 605-1100 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cantu's office located?

    Dr. Cantu's office is located in Lewiston, ME.