Dr. James F Cantorna

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 33+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. James F Cantorna, MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Munster, Indiana. He attended and graduated from University Of Illinois At Chicago Health Science Center in 1991, having over 33 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Community Hospital, Franciscan Healthcare - Munster, Franciscan St Margaret Health - Dyer, Franciscan St Margaret Health - Hammond, St Catherine Hospital Inc. Dr. James F Cantorna also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Franciscan Medical Specialists. Dr. James F Cantorna accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (219) 922-3002 to request Dr. James F Cantorna the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 761 45th Ave
Munster, IN 46321-2899

Phone 1: (219) 922-3002
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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name James F Cantorna
Gender Male
PECOS ID 3870633506
Sole Proprietor No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.

Medical Specialties

  • Internal Medicine (primary specialty)

Experience

  • Over 33 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Medical Doctor (MD)
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    Medical Doctor
    Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.

Education and Training

  • Dr. James F Cantorna attended and graduated from University Of Illinois At Chicago Health Science Center in 1991.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1225095516
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Friday, April 28, 2006
  • NPPES Last Update: Thursday, December 9, 2010

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • PQRS - He does report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
  • EHR - He does use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
  • MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
  • MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.

Language Spoken by Dr. James F Cantorna

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. James F Cantorna has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 33 years of experience.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
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    Internal Medicine
    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.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Pediatrics
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    Pediatrics
    A pediatrician is concerned with the physical, emotional and social health of children from birth to young adulthood. Care encompasses a broad spectrum of health services ranging from preventive healthcare to the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases. A pediatrician deals with biological, social and environmental influences on the developing child, and with the impact of disease and dysfunction on development.


Affiliated Hospitals


Medical Group Practice

  • Franciscan Medical Specialists


Practice Locations

761 45th Ave
Munster, IN 46321-2899
Phone: (219) 922-3002
Office Hours:
  • Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed


1950-45 Street
Ste 201
Munster, IN 46321-2911

Phone: (219) 924-2500
Fax: (219) 924-2502
Office Hours:
  • Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed


This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on Thursday, September 15, 2016, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Thursday, December 9, 2010. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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