Marie G. Cantave-Ayer, NP

Family Nurse Practitioner

Marie G. Cantave-Ayer is a Family Nurse Practitioner based in Boston, MA with over 18 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(617) 638-6100Boston, MA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Patients across MA can see Marie G. Cantave-Ayer, NP in person in Boston or via virtual visit — no travel required. She has been practicing since 2009 — over 18 years. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis.

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 50% of reporting doctors in Massachusetts
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 784 Nurse Practitioner providers in MASee all Nurse Practitioner in Boston18+ years experienceNPI since 2009

Older · 5271dNPPES updated 2011-12-20 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

850 Harrison Avenue Yacc, 3rd Floor, Boston, MA 02118-4001

Fax: (617) 638-6179
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.

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

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-2%)68%

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

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-13%)36%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-6%)28%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
28%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-7%)27%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

Depression
Lower than avg (-6%)26%

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

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here

Chronic Kidney Disease
Lower than avg (-8%)22%

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

US avg: 29.6%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here

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. 18 years in practice

    Experienced

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Practice Footprint

Mailing address

850 Harrison Avenue Yacc-Bnc7, Boston, MA 02118-4001

Differs from practice location

Virtual Nursing Care With Marie G. Cantave-Ayer

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Marie G. Cantave-Ayer for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Boston required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marie G. Cantave-Ayer

Dr. Cantave-Ayer is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Boston, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (617) 638-6100.

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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