Bettye Cox, M.D.
NPI 1477878544 · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pathology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Bettye Cox, M.D. is a Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1477878544).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1477878544
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
16 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
798 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 462 | $36 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Identify Organisms Including Interpretation and Report88312 | 66 | $25 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Each Additional Procedure88341 | 57 | $27 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Initial Procedure88342 | 52 | $33 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Moderately High Complexity88307 | 34 | $79 |
| Evaluation of Fine Needle Aspirate With Interpretation and Report88173 | 33 | $67 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (2)
- 1 Baylor PlzDepartment of PathologyHouston, TX 77030-3411Phone: (713) 798-4083
- 1504 Taub LoopHouston, TX 77030-1608Phone: (713) 798-1750
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2010-04-01
- Last updated
- 2025-03-01
- Certified
- 2025-03-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is Bettye Cox's NPI number?
- Bettye Cox's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477878544, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Bettye Cox's specialty?
- Bettye Cox is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Bettye Cox located?
- Bettye Cox's practice location on file with NPPES is 6565 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030-2703.
- What is Bettye Cox's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Bettye Cox is (713) 394-6450.
- Does Bettye Cox accept Medicare?
- Bettye Cox is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Bettye Cox's NPI active?
- Yes — Bettye Cox's NPI (1477878544) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-03-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.