Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Thomas Canto, MD
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Palmer, MA
- NPI 1083648976
- Accepts Medicare
- 39 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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40 Wright St, Wing Memorial Hospital
Palmer, MA 010161138
(413) 284-5400
fax (413) 284-5114 - Mailing address
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280 Chestnut St Fl 2
Springfield, MA 011991619
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 11, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 1987 — 39 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Massachusetts #74997
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1083648976. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,369
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$125,998
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
97597 |
Removal of tissue from wound, 20.0 sq cm or less | 719 | 170 | $35 | |
11042 |
Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less | 425 | 126 | $59 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 303 | 133 | $98 | |
97598 |
Removal of tissue from wound, each additional 20.0 sq cm | 259 | 36 | $25 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 204 | 108 | $66 | |
17250 |
Application of chemical to stop tissue regrowth in wound | 138 | 46 | $35 | |
11045 |
Removal of skin and tissue, each additional 20.0 sq cm or less | 131 | 24 | $25 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 70 | 70 | $133 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 45 | 42 | $36 | |
11046 |
Removal of muscle and/or tissue, each additional 20.0 sq cm or less | 31 | 12 | $54 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Palmer Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 109. This provider delivers 22× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$177
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kerecis Limited | 1 | $113.97 | |
| Integra LifeSciences Corporation | 2 | $62.73 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
189
Patients
131
Total drug cost
$3,561
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Betamethasone Dipropionate | Generic | 51 | 30 | $1,914 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 44 | 31 | $455 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 43 | 34 | $773 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 21 | 11 | $181 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | Generic | 15 | 12 | $114 |
| Levofloxacin | Generic | 15 | 13 | $124 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Thomas Canto's medical specialty?
Dr. Thomas Canto practices Surgery Physician in Palmer, MA.
Where does Dr. Thomas Canto practice?
Dr. Thomas Canto practices at 40 Wright St, Palmer, MA 010161138. Office phone: 4132845400.
What is Dr. Thomas Canto's NPI?
Dr. Thomas Canto's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1083648976, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Thomas Canto accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Thomas Canto accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Thomas Canto commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Removal of tissue from wound, 20.0 sq cm or less (HCPCS 97597); Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less (HCPCS 11042); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.