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Dr. Ernesto Cantu, DO

Princeton, ME

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cantu, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Princeton, ME?

    Dr. Ernesto Cantu, DO is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Princeton, ME with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Cantu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cantu’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cantu’s office at (802) 524-4554.

    What languages does Dr. Cantu speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Cantu treat?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), 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.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bronchitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Chest cold
    • Inflammation of bronchial tubes
    • Acute bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic

    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:

    • Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
    • Sinusitis
    • Acute maxillary sinusitis
    • Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Persistent sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
    • Special Medical Visits
    • Unusual Doctor Appointments
    • Healthcare for Unique Situations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Inflammation
    • Bladder Disease
    • Cystitis
    • Bladder Infection
    • Painful Bladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3090: Cystitis, unspecified without hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Which procedures does Dr. Cantu perform as a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by a Dr. Ernesto Cantu may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cantu's office.

    Does Dr. Cantu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cantu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (802) 524-4554 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Martin's Point

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Maine

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Cantu's office located?

    Dr. Ernesto Cantu's Primary Practice

    136 Mill St

    Princeton, ME 04668

    (802) 524-4554

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    Dr. Ernesto Cantu's Practice 2

    5 Lowell St Ste 4

    Calais, ME 04619

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    Dr. Ernesto Cantu's Practice 3

    8 Park Rd

    Alburg, VT 05440

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    What is Dr. Cantu's NPI number?An 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 1164837605.

    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. Ernesto Cantu's specialty?

    Dr. Cantu is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Princeton, ME. A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions. Contact Dr. Cantu to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Cantu is affiliated with Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center, MaineHealth Maine Medical Center Portland 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

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    Is Ernesto Cantu accepting new patients in Princeton, ME?

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

    Does Dr. Ernesto Cantu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cantu's office at (802) 524-4554 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ernesto Cantu?

    Please contact Dr. Cantu's office at (802) 524-4554 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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