Joseph Cox, M.D.
NPI 1609163682 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Gulfport, MS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Cox, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Gulfport, MS (NPI 1609163682).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1609163682
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 25777 (MS)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
14 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
557 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 235 | $115 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, Minimum of 4 Views72110 | 59 | $43 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 59 | $81 |
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 46 | $34 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 32 | $148 |
| Insertion of Cage Or Mesh Device to Spine Bone and Disc Space During Spine Fusion22853 | 29 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 126 | 67 |
| Gabapentin | 116 | 55 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 69 | 53 |
| Naproxen | 65 | 38 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 57 | 54 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 47 | 24 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 37 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$16,970 across 19 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
- 2011-06-29
- Last updated
- 2018-09-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Cox's NPI number?
- Joseph Cox's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609163682, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Cox's specialty?
- Joseph Cox is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Cox located?
- Joseph Cox's practice location on file with NPPES is 15476 Dedeaux Rd, Gulfport, MS 39503.
- What is Joseph Cox's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Cox is (228) 230-2663.
- Does Joseph Cox accept Medicare?
- Joseph Cox is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Cox's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Cox's NPI (1609163682) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-09-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.