Katherine Cox, M.D.
NPI 1215133103 · Dermatology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Katherine Cox, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1215133103).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1215133103
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- N0710 (TX)
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
18 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
1,756 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 509 | $2 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 231 | $93 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 229 | $63 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 185 | $44 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 156 | $64 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Clobetasol Propionate | 201 | 117 |
| Ketoconazole | 115 | 67 |
| Fluorouracil | 69 | 56 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 51 | 40 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 48 | 18 |
| Ciclopirox | 42 | 22 |
| Mupirocin | 36 | 22 |
| Dutasteride | 34 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$181 across 3 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)
- 420 University BlvdRound Rock, TX 78665-1053Phone: (254) 724-2111
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-06-26
- Last updated
- 2021-12-15
- Certified
- 2021-12-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Katherine Cox's NPI number?
- Katherine Cox's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215133103, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Katherine Cox's specialty?
- Katherine Cox is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Katherine Cox located?
- Katherine Cox's practice location on file with NPPES is 17756 Katy Fwy Ste G1, Houston, TX 77094.
- What is Katherine Cox's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Katherine Cox is (832) 772-3330.
- Does Katherine Cox accept Medicare?
- Katherine Cox is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Katherine Cox's NPI active?
- Yes — Katherine Cox's NPI (1215133103) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-12-15.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.