Antonio H Nucum, D.O.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Antonio H Nucum is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Sterling Heights, MI with over 37 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 37 years in psychiatry & neurology, Antonio H Nucum, D.O. is a long-established psychiatry psychiatry & neurology specialist in Sterling Heights. Trained at Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine (class of 1989), he has been practicing for over 37 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include mood disorders, anxiety, and hypertension (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 82% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4979dNPPES updated 2012-10-04 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Michigan Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
5528 Metropolitan Pkwy, Sterling Heights, MI 48310-4105
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better92.6%
Michigan avg: 83.5 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.8 pts)
Better than 82% of reporting doctors in MichiganHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
158
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
307
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
6,311
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $806k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,194 reporting peers in Michigan.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, and Hypertension.
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+33%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+27%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$2.3k received from industry
115 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Antonio H Nucum's NPI.
Patient Reviews
No patient reviews yet. If you've seen Antonio H Nucum, your feedback helps other patients.
Review PolicyAll feedback is moderated before publishing. We verify reviewer identity where possible and enforce a one-review-per-provider policy. Full guidelines →
Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1989
Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
37 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Education & Training
Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine (Class of 1989)
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Antonio H Nucum
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Antonio H Nucum for mood disorder follow-ups, anxiety counseling, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Sterling Heights required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Antonio H Nucum
NPI records show Dr. Nucum as active with telehealth listed in Sterling Heights, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (586) 795-3232.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
Is this your profile?
Verify credentials, update practice details, and manage telehealth.
Medical Disclaimer: NPI Telehealth is a provider directory for informational purposes only. This page does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. Provider data is sourced from the CMS NPPES federal registry and public Medicare datasets. NPI Telehealth does not verify clinical qualifications beyond federal records. Data may not reflect real-time availability — always contact the provider's office directly to confirm details before seeking care.
Contact Antonio H Nucum
Practice Location
5528 Metropolitan Pkwy, Sterling Heights, MI 48310-4105
Mailing Address
5528 Metropolitan Pkwy, Sterling Heights, MI 48310-4105
This is a provider directory. Contact the office directly to schedule appointments.
Related Providers
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology in Michigan
See allCassandra Morley Klyman, M.D
Bloomfield Hills, MI
Sung-Ran Cho, M.D.
Southfield, MI
Abdulrahman M Zahurullah, MD
Pontiac, MI