1. Home
  2. Directory
  3. Texas
  4. Laredo
  5. Family Medicine
  6. NPI Profile

DR. R XAVIER CANTU M.D.
NPI 1578740270
Family Medicine in Laredo, TX

Active since January 24, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
313 W VILLAGE BLVD, SUITE 104, LAREDO, TX 78041(956) 727-0444 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 4, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

About Dr. R Xavier Cantu M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. R XAVIER CANTU M.D. (NPI 1578740270) is an individual family medicine provider in Laredo, Texas, licensed in Texas (G8037) and active in the NPI registry since January 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Laredo Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (1982).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1578740270
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. R XAVIER CANTUCredential: M.D.
Location Address313 W VILLAGE BLVD, SUITE 104Laredo, TX 78041-2275
Mailing Address313 W Village Blvd, Suite 104Laredo, TX 78041-2275 · (956) 727-0444
Phone(956) 727-0444
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1982
Enumeration DateJanuary 24, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 4, 2015
✔ NPI 1578740270 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · G8037
Definition

Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.

313 W VILLAGE BLVD, Laredo, TX 78041
Open in Google Maps ↗

Other Names 1

Professional Name (2)Xavier Cantu Md

Other Identifiers 1

Medicare UPINB21670TX

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. R Xavier Cantu M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID9638209513
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100810001039
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 8

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the 2024 & 2026 CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient home visit, typically 40 minutes 99349
An established patient home visit is a medical appointment conducted at your home, typically lasting around 40 minutes. This service is ideal for patients who may find it difficult to travel to a healthcare facility. During this visit, a healthcare professional will evaluate your health status, manage your care, and answer any health-related questions you may have.
417 services77 patients
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 a G0179
This procedure involves a doctor or approved practitioner reviewing your health status and re-certifying your need for Medicare-covered home health services. It includes communication with the home health agency and assessment of your health reports, even when you're not physically present.
295 services76 patients
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 allow G0181
This service involves a physician overseeing your care while you receive Medicare-covered services from a home health agency. The care you're receiving is complex and involves various disciplines. The physician isn't physically present but regularly supervises your treatment to ensure optimal health outcomes.
290 services77 patients
Management using the results of remote vital sign monitoring per calendar month, first 20 minutes 99457
This service involves reviewing and managing your health data, which is remotely monitored and collected. Your vital signs like heart rate and blood pressure are tracked regularly throughout the month. The first 20 minutes of this data analysis per month is included in this service.
271 services50 patients
Management using the results of remote vital sign monitoring per calendar month, each additional 20 minutes 99458
This service involves analyzing your vital signs, like heart rate and blood pressure, remotely collected over a month. Each additional 20 minutes spent on management refers to extra time spent reviewing, interpreting your data, and planning your care. It's a critical part of ensuring your wellbeing.
165 services38 patients
Follow-up nursing facility visit per day, typically 25 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
58 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Laredo Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Laredo, TX
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450029
Location1700 East SaundersLaredo, TX 78044 · Webb County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Doctors Hospital Of Laredo

Acute Care Hospitals · Laredo, TX
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450643
Location10700 Mcpherson RoadLaredo, TX 78041 · Webb County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 78041 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$84.92 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$97.05 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 8

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Enteral feeding supply kit; pump fed, per day, includes but not limited to feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, tape B4035
Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N
1 supplier12 claims372 services$5.89 avg. paid by Medicare
Enteral formula, nutritionally complete, for special metabolic needs, excludes inherited disease of metabolism, includes altered composition of proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and/or minerals, may include fiber, administered through an enteral feeding tube, 100 calories = 1 unit B4154
Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N
1 supplier12 claims6,481 services$0.69 avg. paid by Medicare
Walker, folding, wheeled, adjustable or fixed height E0143
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
3 suppliers28 claims28 services$52.44 avg. paid by Medicare
Seat attachment, walker E0156
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers26 claims26 services$13.46 avg. paid by Medicare
Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress E0260
DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N
2 suppliers29 claims29 services$59.99 avg. paid by Medicare
Nebulizer, with compressor E0570
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
2 suppliers23 claims23 services$6.62 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

DEL MAR MEDICAL CENTER,PA
Family Medicine
313 W VILLAGE BLVD, 104
LAREDO, TX 78041
Webb County (956) 727-0444
EVOLUTION MANAGEMENT INC
Chiropractor
313 W VILLAGE BLVD, STE 106
LAREDO, TX 78041
Webb County (956) 728-8888

Frequently Asked Questions

What is R Cantu's NPI number?

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1578740270, enumerated as an "individual" on January 24, 2008.

Where is the provider located?

The provider is located at 313 W VILLAGE BLVD SUITE 104 LAREDO, TX 78041 and the phone number is (956) 727-0444.

What is the provider's specialty?

Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

What insurance does R Cantu accept?

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Medicare and. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.

Is R Cantu affiliated with any hospitals?

R Cantu is affiliated with: LAREDO MEDICAL CENTER and DOCTORS HOSPITAL OF LAREDO.