Medicare Enrolled
Dr. Christopher Cantrill, MD
Urology Physician · San Antonio, TX
Practice pattern: Clinical Cardiology
— Primarily office-based clinical cardiology
Very High
DATA COVERAGE
Data in 4 of 4 federal sources
Measures public federal data availability — not provider quality
Informational, not a quality rating.
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What this data tells you about Dr. Cantrill
Dr. Christopher Cantrill is an urology physician in San Antonio, TX, with 18 years of NPI registration. Based on federal Medicare data, Dr. Cantrill performed 5,518 Medicare services in 2023. These records do not provide a deduplicated patient total.
Between the years covered by Open Payments, Dr. Cantrill received a total of $80,824 from 27 pharmaceutical and/or device companies across 181 payment records. A record can group multiple payments. These transfers are publicly reported through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their effect on care. A reliable breakdown by payment category is not available in this snapshot. Patients may wish to discuss these relationships with their provider.
The Data Coverage level for Dr. Cantrill is Very High — reflecting how much public federal data is available about this provider. Patients are encouraged to use this data as one of several factors when choosing a healthcare provider.
✓ 18 years of NPI registration
▲ Top 21% volume in TX
$80,824 industry payments
Medicare Practice Summary — 2023
Medicare Utilization ↗5,518
Medicare services
Top 21% in TX for urology physician
Not available
Unique patients (not deduplicated)
$43
Avg. Medicare payment
Medicare patients only (65+ / disabled) · How to read this →
Top procedures by volume
Ranked by number of services performed for Medicare patients. Avg. submitted charge is what the provider billed; avg. Medicare payment is what CMS paid.
| Procedure | Volume | Avg. paid | Avg. submitted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Infectious disease DNA/RNA test A laboratory test that uses a specific technique to detect the genetic material of an organism. This method amplifies the target DNA or RNA to identify the presence of the organism. |
1,483 | $34 | $78 |
| Urinalysis with microscopic exam A urine test performed manually that includes examining the sample under a microscope to check for abnormalities. |
732 | $3 | $15 |
| Chronic care management, first 20 min/month This service covers the first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by a healthcare professional each calendar month to manage chronic conditions. |
423 | $41 | $79 |
| Office visit, established patient (30-39 min) A follow-up office visit for an existing patient lasting between 30 and 39 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition. |
367 | $84 | $215 |
| Bladder ultrasound after voiding An ultrasound scan performed after urination to measure the amount of urine remaining in the bladder. |
320 | $7 | $95 |
| Office visit, established patient (20-29 min) An office visit for an existing patient lasting between 20 and 29 minutes. The visit involves medical evaluation and management of the patient's condition. |
303 | $59 | $150 |
| Blood draw (venipuncture) Insertion of a needle into a vein to collect a blood sample. |
264 | $8 | $10 |
| PSA test (prostate cancer screening) | 235 | $18 | $110 |
| Yeast/candida DNA test A laboratory test that uses an amplified probe technique to detect the presence of Candida species, a type of yeast, in a patient sample. |
123 | $34 | $78 |
| Staphylococcus aureus DNA test A laboratory test that uses DNA amplification to detect the presence of Staphylococcus aureus bacteria in a sample. |
122 | $34 | $78 |
| Group B Strep DNA test A laboratory test that uses DNA amplification to detect the presence of Group B Streptococcus bacteria. |
122 | $34 | $78 |
| Cystourethroscopy A diagnostic exam of the bladder and urethra using an endoscope to visually inspect the urinary tract. |
121 | $169 | $490 |
| Basic metabolic blood panel A blood test that measures a group of basic chemicals, including total calcium levels. |
105 | $8 | $45 |
| Ceftriaxone antibiotic injection This code represents the administration of ceftriaxone sodium, an antibiotic medication. The charge is calculated for every 250 mg of the drug administered. |
100 | $0 | $30 |
| New patient office visit (45-59 min) An initial office visit for a new patient lasting between 45 and 59 minutes. This code covers the total time spent by the physician or qualified healthcare professional on the date of the encounter. |
76 | $112 | $313 |
| Electronic assessment of bladder emptying A test that uses electronic monitoring to evaluate how well the bladder empties urine. |
75 | $6 | $184 |
| Transrectal ultrasound of the pelvis An ultrasound imaging procedure where a probe is inserted into the rectum to visualize pelvic structures. |
74 | $85 | $285 |
| Total testosterone level test A blood test that measures the total amount of testosterone in your body. This hormone is important for various bodily functions in both men and women. |
50 | $25 | $150 |
| Hospital follow-up visit, low complexity Follow-up hospital visit for an established patient with straightforward or low-level medical decision making. The visit requires at least 25 minutes of time spent on the day of service. |
49 | $38 | $90 |
| Complete blood count (CBC) with differential An automated laboratory test that measures the levels of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets in the blood, including a breakdown of the different types of white blood cells. |
44 | $8 | $25 |
| Complete blood count (CBC), automated An automated laboratory test that measures the levels of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets in the blood. |
41 | $6 | $25 |
| Complete ultrasound of retroperitoneum An ultrasound examination of the structures located behind the abdominal cavity. |
39 | $72 | $345 |
| Free PSA test A blood test that measures the amount of unbound prostate-specific antigen in the blood. |
27 | $18 | $150 |
| Tumor marker analysis A laboratory test that analyzes a sample to detect the presence of tumor markers. These markers are substances that may be found in the blood, urine, or body tissues. |
27 | $20 | $115 |
| Waterjet prostate destruction via urethra A procedure that uses a high-pressure water jet to destroy prostate tissue, accessed through the urethra. |
24 | $508 | $1,436 |
| Transurethral prostate removal with electrocautery This procedure involves removing the prostate gland through the urethra using an endoscope and an electrocautery knife to control bleeding. |
21 | $552 | $2,600 |
| Initial hospital admission, low complexity Initial hospital inpatient or observation care for a new patient involving straightforward or low-level medical decision making, with at least 40 minutes total time on the date of the encounter. |
20 | $63 | $165 |
| New patient office visit (30-44 min) An initial office visit for a new patient lasting between 30 and 44 minutes. This code is used when the total time spent on the date of the encounter falls within this range. |
18 | $75 | $210 |
| Simple insertion of temporary bladder tube A procedure to place a temporary tube into the bladder. This allows for the drainage of urine from the bladder. |
16 | $41 | $180 |
| Tissue pathology examination, moderate complexity A laboratory test where a pathologist examines tissue samples under a microscope to analyze cellular details. This intermediate complexity procedure involves specialized techniques to identify abnormalities in the tissue. |
16 | $26 | $65 |
| Prostate tissue destruction using radiofrequency heated water vapor A procedure that destroys prostate tissue by using radiofrequency energy to heat water vapor. This method is applied to treat the prostate gland. |
15 | $1,247 | $4,520 |
| Prostate needle biopsy pathology exam Laboratory examination of prostate tissue samples obtained via needle biopsy. The pathologist inspects the tissue both visually and under a microscope to identify any abnormalities. |
15 | $124 | $685 |
| Chronic care management, additional 20 min/month This service covers an extra 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by a healthcare professional for managing two or more chronic conditions each calendar month. |
14 | $25 | $69 |
| Prostate gland biopsy A procedure to remove small samples of tissue from the prostate gland for laboratory examination. |
13 | $80 | $350 |
| Ultrasound guidance for needle placement Use of ultrasound imaging to guide the precise placement of a needle during a medical procedure. |
13 | $45 | $285 |
| Bladder irrigation and/or instillation This procedure involves flushing the bladder with fluid to clear it or introducing medication directly into the bladder. |
11 | $53 | $215 |
How to read this data: This reflects Medicare patients only (typically 65+). Payment amounts are what Medicare paid the provider, not your out-of-pocket cost. These counts do not measure clinical quality or years of experience.
Industry Payment Transparency
Open Payments through 2024 ↗$80,824
Total received (2018-2024)
Avg $11,546/year across 7 years
Top 5% in TX for urology physician
A higher payment rank reflects disclosed industry relationships (consulting, research, speaking) common among subspecialists — not wrongdoing.
27
Companies
181
Payment records
Payments are publicly reported; disclosure does not establish legality · Not evidence of wrongdoing · How to interpret →
Payment categories are unavailable while the source breakdown is being rebuilt. Company and year totals do not identify how much belongs to each category.
Payment trend by year
Annual totals from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
2024
$4,592
2023
$2,215
2022
$7,179
2021
$9,706
2020
$23,777
2019
$25,531
2018
$7,824
Payments by company (2024)
PROCEPT BioRobotics Corporation
$4,156
Medtronic, Inc.
$188
AngioDynamics, Inc.
$119
COLOPLAST CORP
$110
Boston Scientific Corporation
$19
Top 3 companies account for 97.2% of 2024 payments
All-time payments by company (2018-2024) ›
Boston Scientific Corporation
$55,489
BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
$10,667
NxThera, Inc.
$6,541
PROCEPT BioRobotics Corporation
$5,949
NeoTract Inc.
$303
Astellas Pharma US Inc
$199
Medtronic, Inc.
$188
Janssen Biotech, Inc.
$179
Olympus America Inc.
$149
PFIZER INC.
$141
Dendreon Pharmaceuticals LLC
$129
Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$119
AngioDynamics, Inc.
$119
AbbVie, Inc.
$115
Blue Earth Diagnostics Limited
$114
COLOPLAST CORP
$110
Progenics Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
$65
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.
$55
Photocure Inc
$38
UroGen Pharma, Inc.
$35
GENZYME CORPORATION
$33
Teleflex LLC
$18
Endo Pharmaceuticals Inc.
$18
Allergan Inc.
$15
Antares Pharma, Inc.
$14
Retrophin, Inc.
$13
HealthTronics Mobile Solutions, LLC
$8
Top 3 companies account for 89.9% of all-time payments
Associated products mentioned in payments ›
(815) Thiola · AQUABEAM ROBOTIC SYSTEM · AQUABEAM SYSTEM · AVEED · AdVance XP · Androgel · AquaBeam Robotic System · Axumin · BOTOX THERAPEUTIC · Cysview · ERLEADA · Endocare Cryocare System · Erleada · GENERAL BPH · GENERAL BPH · GENERAL THERAPIES · GENERAL - BPH · GENERAL - THERAPIES · GENERAL BPH · GENERAL PAIN MANAGEMENT · GREENLIGHT · General - Vascular Access · INTERSTIM · JELMYTO · JEVTANA · LithoVue · LithoVue Empower · Lupron · MYRBETRIQ · NANOKNIFE · NOCDURNA · ORGOVYX · PROVENGE · PVC · PYLARIFY · REZUM · Rezum · Rezum Generator · SPACEOAR · Supris · TACTRA · UROLIFT · UROMAX · UroLift · VISERA ELITE · XTANDI · XYOSTED · iTIND System · rezum Generator
Should you be concerned? Industry payments are disclosed through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their purpose, legality, or effect on care. What matters is whether a recommended drug or device appears in your doctor's payment records. If so, consider asking your doctor about it. How to interpret this data →
Geographic Context
Urology physicians in nearby ZIP areas
99
County median income
$70,571
Nearest hospital to ZIP centroid (approximate)
UNIVERSITY HEALTH SYSTEM
0.0 mi
0.0 mi
Data Sources
| Provider Registry | ✓ NPPES | NPPES snapshot; verify current record |
| Medicare Enrollment | ✓ PECOS | PECOS snapshot |
| Practice Data | ✓ Medicare Util. | Annual (CY lag) |
| Industry Payments | ✓ Open Payments | CY 2024 |
| Disciplinary History | — Not included | N/A |
This provider has data in 4 of 4 available federal datasets, with a Data Coverage level of Very High. This reflects how much public data is available about a provider. How we calculate this →
Summary
Dr. Cantrill is a clinical cardiology specialist, with above-average Medicare volume (top 21% in TX), with 18 years of NPI registration.
This summary is auto-generated from federal data, describing data availability and patterns. Read our methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Cantrill experienced with infectious disease dna/rna test?
Based on Medicare claims data, Dr. Cantrill performed 1,483 infectious disease dna/rna test services. These records cover Medicare fee-for-service activity, including eligible younger beneficiaries; they do not measure total practice volume or clinical quality.
Does Dr. Cantrill receive payments from pharmaceutical companies?
Yes. Dr. Cantrill received a total of $80,824 from 27 companies across 181 payment records. A record can group multiple payments. These transfers are publicly disclosed through CMS Open Payments. Disclosure alone does not establish their legality or effect on care. Patients may wish to ask their doctor about these relationships, especially if a recommended drug or device appears in the payment records.
How do Dr. Cantrill's costs compare to other urology physicians in San Antonio?
Dr. Cantrill's average Medicare payment per service is $43. Note that these figures represent what Medicare pays, not your out-of-pocket cost, which depends on your specific insurance plan and deductible. Procedure-level data above shows both what was submitted and what Medicare paid for each service type.
What does Data Coverage mean?
Data Coverage (currently Very High for Dr. Cantrill) measures how much public federal data is available about a provider. It is not a quality rating. A "Very High" or "High" level means the provider has data across multiple federal sources (NPPES, PECOS, Medicare Utilization, Open Payments), indicating the presence of registry, enrollment, activity or payment records, not verified experience or clinical quality. A "Low" or "Moderate" level may simply mean the provider is newer, does not see Medicare patients, or has not received any industry payments — none of which are inherently negative. Read our full methodology →
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This page combines public CMS records with calculated summaries and explanatory procedure labels. These transformations are not verbatim federal records. Sources: NPPES ↗, Open Payments ↗, Medicare Provider Utilization ↗, and PECOS. Publication is mandated by the Physician Payments Sunshine Act (§6002 ACA, 42 U.S.C. §1320a-7h) and the Freedom of Information Act.
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