Stephen Cox, M.D.
NPI 1164427829 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Shreveport, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Cox, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Shreveport, LA (NPI 1164427829).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1164427829
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 25442 (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
21 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,928 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Foot, Minimum of 3 Views73630 | 774 | $28 |
| X-Ray of Ankle, Minimum of 3 Views73610 | 615 | $30 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 508 | $110 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 405 | $78 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 130 | $145 |
| Application of Short Leg Cast29405 | 81 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 167 | 150 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 83 | 66 |
| Meloxicam | 65 | 18 |
| Promethazine Hcl | 46 | 41 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 44 | 25 |
| Gabapentin | 31 | 16 |
| Cephalexin | 30 | 26 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$6,046 across 52 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 2005 Landry DrBossier City, LA 71111-3169Phone: (318) 752-7850Fax: (318) 752-7855
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-06-17
- Last updated
- 2020-07-31
- Certified
- 2020-07-31
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Cox's NPI number?
- Stephen Cox's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164427829, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Cox's specialty?
- Stephen Cox is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Cox located?
- Stephen Cox's practice location on file with NPPES is 1500 Line Ave, Shreveport, LA 71101-4644.
- What is Stephen Cox's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Cox is (318) 635-3052.
- Does Stephen Cox accept Medicare?
- Stephen Cox is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Cox's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Cox's NPI (1164427829) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-07-31.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.