Leopoldo Tecuanhuey, M.D.
Leopoldo Tecuanhuey is a Nephrology Internal Medicine specialist based in San Antonio, TX with over 27 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Leopoldo Tecuanhuey, M.D. has been part of the San Antonio medical community since 2005 in independent practice. He graduated from University of Texas Medical School at San Antonio in 1999 and has 27+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, diabetes, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 27% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 671dNPPES updated 2024-07-22 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Texas Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
718 Cupples Road Suite 102, San Antonio, TX 78237-4354
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better7.95%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+2.9 pts)
7.95% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better83.2%
Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+0.4 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
314
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
69
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
792
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $264k
Percentile rankings compared against 4,889 reporting peers in Texas.
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 Hypertension, Diabetes, and High Cholesterol.
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
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+41%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+45%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+34%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+40%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$444 received from industry
12 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low 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 Leopoldo Tecuanhuey's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1999
Ut Health San Antonio Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine
Board certified · Jul 21, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
27 years in practice
Experienced
Nephrologists treat kidney diseases including chronic kidney disease, kidney failure requiring dialysis, glomerulonephritis, kidney stones, and electrolyte disorders. They manage dialysis access and kidney transplant follow-up.
Taxonomy: 207RN0300X
Education & Training
University of Texas Medical School at San Antonio (Class of 1999)
Mailing address
718 Cupples Rd Suite102, San Antonio, TX 78237-4357
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Leopoldo Tecuanhuey
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Leopoldo Tecuanhuey for blood pressure monitoring, diabetes check-ins, cholesterol management — no travel to San Antonio 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 Leopoldo Tecuanhuey
Dr. Tecuanhuey is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in San Antonio, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (210) 438-0010.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Leopoldo Tecuanhuey
Practice Location
718 Cupples Road Suite 102, San Antonio, TX 78237-4354
Mailing Address
718 Cupples Rd Suite102, San Antonio, TX 78237-4357
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