David Cox, M.D
NPI 1740227925 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Birmingham, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
David Cox, M.D is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Birmingham, AL (NPI 1740227925).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740227925
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 29228 (AL)
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
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,999 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 | 507 | $118 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 363 | $13 |
| Technetium Tc-99m Tetrofosmin, Diagnostic, Per Study DoseA9502 | 114 | $118 |
| Evaluation of Cardiac Rhythm Monitor System, Remote Up to 30 Days93298 | 110 | $57 |
| Use of a Drug to Induce Depression of Consciousness By Physician Performing a Procedure (5 Years Or Older), Initial 15 Minutes99152 | 93 | $11 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 49 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 569 | 193 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 519 | 133 |
| Carvedilol | 492 | 158 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 444 | 150 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 354 | 121 |
| Furosemide | 273 | 106 |
| Amlodipine Besylate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,030 across 29 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 (2)
- 3980 Colonnade PkwyBirmingham, AL 35243-2382Phone: (205) 510-5000
- 800 Saint Vincents Dr Ste 510Birmingham, AL 35205-1629Phone: (205) 939-7100Fax: (205) 939-7101
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-31
- Last updated
- 2020-02-28
- Certified
- 2020-02-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is David Cox's NPI number?
- David Cox's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740227925, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is David Cox's specialty?
- David Cox is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is David Cox located?
- David Cox's practice location on file with NPPES is 2700 10th Ave South, Birmingham, AL 35205.
- What is David Cox's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for David Cox is (205) 939-7100.
- Does David Cox accept Medicare?
- David Cox is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is David Cox's NPI active?
- Yes — David Cox's NPI (1740227925) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-02-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.