Alexander Cotter, MD
NPI 1326435835 · Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician · Thornton, CO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Alexander Cotter, MD is a Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician provider in Thornton, CO (NPI 1326435835).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1326435835
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- DR.0073685 (CO)
Specialties & taxonomies
- Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) PhysicianPrimary2081P2900XLicense DR.0073685 (CO)
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
11 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
931 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 251 | $82 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 86 | $226 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 75 | $100 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 63 | $34 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64483 | 60 | $248 |
| Injection of Lower Or Sacral Spine Facet Joint Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 148 | 68 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 76 | 55 |
| Methocarbamol | 61 | 34 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 28 | 20 |
| Lidocaine | 28 | 11 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 27 | 11 |
| Methylprednisolone | 14 | 12 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$334 across 9 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-04-22
- Last updated
- 2025-02-10
- Certified
- 2025-02-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Alexander Cotter's NPI number?
- Alexander Cotter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1326435835, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Alexander Cotter's specialty?
- Alexander Cotter is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Alexander Cotter located?
- Alexander Cotter's practice location on file with NPPES is 9005 Grant St Ste 200, Thornton, CO 80229-4384.
- What is Alexander Cotter's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Alexander Cotter is (303) 287-2800.
- Does Alexander Cotter accept Medicare?
- Alexander Cotter is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Alexander Cotter's NPI active?
- Yes — Alexander Cotter's NPI (1326435835) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-02-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.