DR. SAM J COX III M.D.
NPI 1114037546
Obstetrics & Gynecology in Cordova, TN
NPI Status: Active since August 30, 2006
Contact Information
315 S WALNUT BEND RD STE 101
CORDOVA, TN
ZIP 38018
Phone: (901) 755-8880
- Individual
- Male
- Obstetrics & Gynecology
- Medicare Quality Reporting
About SAM COX
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Sam Cox, a women's health care provider established in Cordova, Tennessee with a medical specialization in Obstetrics & Gynecology. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1114037546 assigned on August 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207V00000X with license number MD012596 (TN). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 2 years ago.
- NPI
- 1114037546
- Provider Name
- DR. SAM J COX III M.D.
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 315 S WALNUT BEND RD STE 101 CORDOVA, TN 38018
- Location Phone
- (901) 755-8880
- Mailing Address
- 1964 MCCLELLAN LN GERMANTOWN, TN 38138
- Mailing Phone
- (901) 485-9382
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- Yes
- Enumeration Date
- 08-30-2006
- Last Update Date
- 01-25-2024
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Women's health care providers like Sam Cox treat and diagnose diseases and conditions that affect a woman's physical and emotional health. Women's health professionals come from a variety of different specialties, including obstetrician/gynecologists, general surgeons, perinatologists, physician assistants, nurse practitioners or nurse midwives. A women's health provider might help you with family planning, breast care, pregnancy and child birth, osteoporosis, menopause, heart disease, etc.
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.
- Classification
Obstetrics & Gynecology
- Taxonomy Code
- 207V00000X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- MD012596
- License State
- TN
- Taxonomy Description
- An obstetrician/gynecologist possesses special knowledge, skills and professional capability in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. This physician serves as a consultant to other physicians and as a primary physician for women.
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Cervical or vaginal cancer screening; pelvic and clinical breast examination
Colorectal cancer screening; fecal occult blood test, immunoassay, 1-3 simultaneous
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes
Screening papanicolaou smear; obtaining, preparing and conveyance of cervical or vaginal smear to laboratory
Urinalysis, manual test
This procedure involves checking for health issues in the lower abdomen and chest area. It helps identify early signs of certain conditions, increasing the chance for successful treatment. It's a routine check-up that's important for maintaining good health.
This service was performed 121 times for 121 patientsA fecal occult blood test is a screening tool for colorectal cancer. It checks for tiny amounts of blood in your stool that can't be seen with the naked eye. The immunoassay method can test 1-3 samples at once. This helps detect cancer early, when treatment is most effective.
This service was performed 206 times for 206 patientsThis is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
This service was performed 54 times for 41 patientsThis is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
This service was performed 58 times for 58 patientsA Papanicolaou smear, often called a Pap smear, is a test to check for changes in cells. A small sample is gently collected from the lower region and sent to a lab for examination. This helps in early detection of potential health issues.
This service was performed 125 times for 125 patientsA urinalysis is a simple, non-invasive test that checks the urine for various elements such as sugar, protein, and signs of infection. It can help detect many common conditions, including kidney disease and diabetes. The manual test involves a lab technician examining a urine sample.
This service was performed 96 times for 96 patientsQuality Reporting
The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program. The Quality Payment Program aims to improve population health, reduce costs and improve the care received by Medicare beneficiaries. The following quality measures meet Medicare's statistical reporting standards. Not all providers report the same information, because not all providers give the same services to patients. The quality information is just a snapshot of some the care providers give to their patients. Reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality.
| Quality Measure | Performance | Number of Patients |
|---|---|---|
| Colorectal Cancer Screening | 99% | 93 |
| Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer | ||
| Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan | 49% | 131 |
| Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous twelve months of the current encounter Normal Parameters: Age 18 years and older BMI >= 18.5 and < 25 kg/m2 | ||
| Screening for Osteoporosis for Women Aged 65-85 Years of Age | 98% | 120 |
| Percentage of female patients aged 65-85 years of age who ever had a central dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) to check for osteoporosis | ||
| Urinary Incontinence: Assessment of Presence or Absence of Urinary Incontinence in Women Aged 65 Years and Older | 100% | 125 |
| Percentage of female patients aged 65 years and older who were assessed for the presence or absence of urinary incontinence within 12 months | ||
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1114037546, we treat the final digit (6) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 54. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 54 = 6).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 54 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.
Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1114037546, enumerated as an "individual" on August 30, 2006.
The provider is located at 315 S WALNUT BEND RD STE 101 CORDOVA, TN 38018 and the phone number is (901) 755-8880.
Obstetrics & Gynecology with taxonomy code 207V00000X.
