Michelle L. Cantu, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Michelle L. Cantu is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in San Antonio, TX with over 21 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Michelle L. Cantu, M.D. has been part of the San Antonio medical community since 2007 in group practice. A University of Texas Medical School at Houston graduate since 2005, she brings 21+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have anxiety, mood disorders, and high cholesterol.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 52% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
16007 Via Shavano Ste. 102, San Antonio, TX 78249-2358
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better87.8%
Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in TexasHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
42
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
70
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,150
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $236k
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 Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders, and High Cholesterol.
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+41%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+39%) — 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 (-10%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder — difficulty focusing, hyperactivity, and impulsivity
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$2.6k received from industry
162 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 Michelle L. Cantu's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2005
Mcgovern Medical School at Uthealth Houston
Board certified · Mar 5, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
21 years in practice
Experienced
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
University of Texas Medical School at Houston (Class of 2005)
Mailing address
14603 Huebner Rd Ste 3505, San Antonio, TX 78230-5469
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Michelle L. Cantu
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Michelle L. Cantu for anxiety counseling, mood disorder follow-ups, 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 Michelle L. Cantu
Dr. Cantu 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) 615-5230.
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 Michelle L. Cantu
Practice Location
16007 Via Shavano Ste. 102, San Antonio, TX 78249-2358
Mailing Address
14603 Huebner Rd Ste 3505, San Antonio, TX 78230-5469
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