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Dr. James Cantorna, MD

Dr. James Cantorna, MD

Pediatrician, Internist

Munster, IN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cantorna, Pediatrician in Munster, IN?

    Dr. James Cantorna, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Munster, IN with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Cantorna graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his residency at University Ill Hospital. Dr. Cantorna is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cantorna’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cantorna’s office at (219) 924-2500.

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

    • Residency: University Ill Hospital | University of Illinois at Chicago Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il | University of Illinois College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Cantorna board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. James Cantorna, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Cantorna speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Cantorna typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Cantorna 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. Cantorna. 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:

    • Severe Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Chronic Severe Asthma
    • Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
    • Severe Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    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:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Selective IgG Subclass Deficiency
    • Immune System and Disorder
    • Immunoglobulin G Subclass Deficiency
    • IgG Subclass Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D803: Selective deficiency of immunoglobulin G [IgG] subclasses

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Cantorna typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. James Cantorna may include:

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

    Does Dr. Cantorna accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cantorna accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (219) 924-2500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cantorna accept in Munster, IN?

    Dr. Cantorna in Munster, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Cantorna's office located?

    Dr. James Cantorna's Primary Practice

    761 45th St Ste 123

    Munster, IN 46321

    (219) 924-2500

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    Dr. James Cantorna's Practice 2

    2600 Compass Rd

    Glenview, IL 60026

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    What hospitals are Dr. Cantorna affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Cantorna has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Franciscan Health Michigan City,Michigan City, IN
    Franciscan Health Munster,Munster, IN
    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital Of Chicago,Chicago, IL

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

    Dr. Cantorna's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225095516.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cantorna?

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

    What is Dr. James Cantorna's specialty?

    Dr. Cantorna is a Pediatrician near Munster, IN.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

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

    Yes, Dr. Cantorna is affiliated with Franciscan Health Dyer, Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Franciscan Health Crown Point 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Cantorna accepting new patients in Munster, IN?

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

    Does Dr. James Cantorna offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cantorna's office at (219) 924-2500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Cantorna's office at (219) 924-2500 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cantorna's office located?

    Dr. Cantorna's offices are located in Munster, IN and Glenview, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Cantorna have?

    Dr. James Cantorna is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.