
25 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cantero, Neurologist in Venice, FL?
Dr. Julio Cantero, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Venice, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Cantero graduated from Pontifical Xavierian University and completed his residency at Georgetown University Hospital. Dr. Cantero is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cantero’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cantero’s office at (941) 906-7155.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Cantero?
Dr. Julio Cantero, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Cantero empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Acupuncture, Epilepsy, Sleep Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Venice, FL community, Dr. Cantero is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Cantero go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Neurophysiologist - (Columbia Comprehensive Epilepsy Center) | Epilepsy/Neurophysiology - The Neurologic Institute of New York, New York, NY | (Neurophysiology (Neurology & Psychiatry)), NEW YORK PRESBYTERIAN HOSPITAL, NEW YORK, NY | Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center
Residency: Georgetown University Hospital | Neurology - (Georgetown University) | Georgetown University Hospital | Georgetown University Hospital Program
Medical School: Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana, Facultad De Medicina | Pontifical Xavierian University | Pontificia Universidad Javeriana
Is Dr. Cantero board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Julio Cantero, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Cantero speak?
Dr. Cantero and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Cantero typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Cantero 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. Cantero. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Convulsions
- Epileptic events
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4089: Other seizures
Also known as:
- Occipital Neuralgia
- Headache
- Nerve Pain in Back of Head
- Occipital Nerve Pain
- Neuralgia of the Head
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5481: Occipital neuralgia
Also known as:
- Insomnia
- Sleeplessness
- Trouble sleeping
- Chronic insomnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4700: Insomnia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
Also known as:
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine
- Common Migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Everyday Migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43719: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Cantero typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Julio Cantero may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
Please contact Dr. Cantero's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Cantero accept my insurance?
Dr. Cantero accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (941) 906-7155 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cantero accept in Venice, FL?
Dr. Cantero in Venice, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cantero's office located?
Dr. Julio Cantero's Primary Practice
1499 E Venice Ave Unit A
Venice, FL 34292
(941) 906-7155
What is Dr. Cantero's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cantero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821060682.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cantero?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cantero
What is Dr. Julio Cantero's specialty?
Dr. Cantero is a Neurologist near Venice, FL.
What does a Neurologist do?
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.