Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Melissa Cantu-Garza, PA
Physician Assistant · Weslaco, TX
- NPI 1770788622
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 97.3 / 100 · 2023
- 19 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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902 S Airport Dr, Suite 6
Weslaco, TX 785966644
(956) 973-2446
fax (956) 973-2686 - Additional location
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5520 Leonardo da Vinci Ste 100
Edinburg, TX 785391422
(956) 362-3636
fax (956) 362-2699 - Mailing address
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Po Box 6139
McAllen, TX 785026139
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 27, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2007 — 19 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363A00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #PA05305
- Medicaid
- TX #291258602
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1770788622. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
334
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$22,890
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 118 | 72 | $75 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 100 | 65 | $54 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 38 | 36 | $81 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 36 | 31 | $106 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 16 | 16 | $29 | |
99202 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 15-29 minutes | 13 | 13 | $40 | |
99202 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 15-29 minutes | 13 | 13 | $60 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in this city , average services per provider: 45. This provider delivers 7.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$234
Transactions
5
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amgen Inc. | 1 | $150.00 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 3 | $65.75 | |
| Tactile Systems Technology Inc | 1 | $18.12 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,859
Patients
971
Total drug cost
$503,465
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | Generic | 402 | 172 | $5,575 |
| Peg 3350-Electrolyte (Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Peg) | Brand | 352 | 341 | $11,288 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 247 | 111 | $4,328 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 175 | 82 | $144,866 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 141 | 61 | $1,785 |
| Xifaxan (Rifaximin) | Brand | 89 | 17 | $297,779 |
| Constulose (Lactulose) | Brand | 67 | 22 | $2,972 |
| Hydrocortisone | Generic | 59 | 40 | $635 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 58 | 29 | $1,520 |
| Lactulose | Generic | 56 | 19 | $3,244 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Melissa Cantu-Garza's medical specialty?
Dr. Melissa Cantu-Garza practices Physician Assistant in Weslaco, TX.
Where does Dr. Melissa Cantu-Garza practice?
Dr. Melissa Cantu-Garza practices at 902 S Airport Dr, Weslaco, TX 785966644. Office phone: 9569732446.
What is Dr. Melissa Cantu-Garza's NPI?
Dr. Melissa Cantu-Garza's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770788622, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Melissa Cantu-Garza accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Melissa Cantu-Garza accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Melissa Cantu-Garza commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.