Charles R Cervantes, MD

Internal Medicine

Charles R Cervantes is an Internal Medicine specialist based in San Antonio, TX with over 47 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(210) 923-4343San Antonio, TX
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Patients across TX can see Charles R Cervantes, MD in person in San Antonio or via virtual visit — no travel required. He graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in 1979 and has 47+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes (per CMS data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 24% of reporting doctors in Texas
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 1,507 Internal Medicine providers in TXSee all Internal Medicine in San Antonio47+ years experienceNPI since 2007

Older · 6855dNPPES updated 2007-08-17 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Texas Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

415 Palo Alto Rd, San Antonio, TX 78211-3742

Patient Condition Panel

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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Diabetes.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+25%)59%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+25%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
49%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%
Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+10%)42%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+9%)39%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
35%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
Higher than avg (+1%)33%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1979

    Baylor College of Medicine

  2. 47 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Taxonomy: 207R00000X

Education & Training

Baylor College of Medicine (Class of 1979)

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Charles R Cervantes

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Charles R Cervantes for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to San Antonio required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Charles R Cervantes

NPI records show Dr. Cervantes as active with telehealth listed in San Antonio, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (210) 923-4343.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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