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DR. CHRIS CECIL COOK M.D.
NPI 1215916242
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Norfolk, VA

Active since January 10, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
95.11/100
CMS Quality Rating
600 GRESHAM DR STE 8600, NORFOLK, VA 23507(757) 388-6005 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 28, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 11, 2024, Oct 26, 2023, Oct 31, 2022 and 4 more (7 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Chris Cecil Cook M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. CHRIS CECIL COOK M.D. (NPI 1215916242) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Norfolk, Virginia, licensed in Virginia (0101276006) and active in the NPI registry since January 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Tampa General Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1997).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1215916242
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHRIS CECIL COOKCredential: M.D.
Location Address600 GRESHAM DR STE 8600Norfolk, VA 23507-1904
Mailing Address600 Gresham Dr Ste 8600Norfolk, VA 23507-1904 · (757) 388-6005
Phone(757) 388-6005
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1997
Enumeration DateJanuary 10, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 28, 20247 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 28, 2024
✔ NPI 1215916242 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in VA · 0101276006✔ Licensed in WV · 20873
Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
Also ListedSurgeryTaxonomy 208600000X · License 0101276006 (VA), 20873 (WV)
Also ListedSurgery · Vascular SurgeryTaxonomy 2086S0129X · License 0101276006 (VA)
600 GRESHAM DR STE 8600, Norfolk, VA 23507
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Other Names 1

Other Name (5)Chris C Cook M.d.

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include CareSource, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield West Virginia.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Chris Cecil Cook M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID143220723
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170630001854
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
61 services40 patients
Replacement of aortic valve through the skin and femoral artery 33361
This procedure, known as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), involves replacing a damaged aortic valve through a small incision in the leg. A catheter is inserted into the femoral artery and guided up to the heart. The new valve is then positioned and deployed, restoring normal blood flow.
41 services41 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
23 services23 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
23 services23 patients
Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft 33533
A coronary artery bypass with one artery graft is a surgical procedure to improve blood flow to your heart. An artery from another part of your body is used to bypass a blocked or narrowed coronary artery. This can help reduce chest pain and risk of heart attack.
19 services19 patients
Harvest of vein using an endoscope 33508
Harvesting a vein using an endoscope is a procedure where a small camera is used to help surgeons remove a vein from your body. This vein is often used to bypass a blocked artery, improving blood flow to your heart.
17 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Tampa General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Tampa, FL
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100128
Location1 Tampa General CirTampa, FL 33606 · Hillsborough County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Charleston Area Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Charleston, WV
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number510022
Location501 Morris StreetCharleston, WV 25301 · Kanawha County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mon Health Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Morgantown, WV
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number510024
Location1200 Jd Anderson DriveMorgantown, WV 26505 · Monongalia County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 23507 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$170.30 typical visit price
range $56.19 – $170.30
Typical copayment $42.57 (range $14.04 – $42.57)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$70.08 typical visit price
range $18.07 – $138.91
Typical copayment $17.52 (range $4.51 – $34.72)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

95.11/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality86.31
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

JENNIFER ROBIN WARD RN, APRN-BC (ANP)
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
600 GRESHAM DR STE 8600
NORFOLK, VA 23507
Norfolk City (757) 388-6005
HALEY ADRIANNA PIERCE PA
Physician Assistant
600 GRESHAM DR STE 8600
NORFOLK, VA 23507
Norfolk City (757) 388-6005
CHRISTOPHER BRENT JOHNSON PA
Physician Assistant
600 GRESHAM DR STE 8600
NORFOLK, VA 23507
Norfolk City (757) 388-6005
JONATHAN OSITA NWILOH MD
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
600 GRESHAM DR STE 8600
NORFOLK, VA 23507
Norfolk City (757) 388-6005
MICHAEL JAMES PIENTA MD
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
600 GRESHAM DR STE 8600
NORFOLK, VA 23507
Norfolk City (757) 388-6005
KRISTEN ANNE CARLSON NP
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
600 GRESHAM DR STE 8600
NORFOLK, VA 23507
Norfolk City (757) 388-6005
ROBERT LOGAN MIDDLEKAUFF PA
Physician Assistant
600 GRESHAM DR STE 8600
NORFOLK, VA 23507
Norfolk City (757) 388-6005
MRS. AMY ACCETTOLA SHANNON FNP-C, MSN
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
600 GRESHAM DR STE 8600
NORFOLK, VA 23507
Norfolk City (757) 388-6005

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Chris Cook's NPI number?

The NPI number for Chris Cook is 1215916242. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on January 10, 2006. The provider is also known as Chris C Cook M.D..

Where is Chris Cook located?

Chris Cook practices at 600 Gresham Dr Ste 8600, Norfolk, VA 23507. The listed phone number is (757) 388-6005.

What is Chris Cook's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Chris Cook enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Chris Cook is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Chris Cook accept?

Health plans from CareSource and Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield West Virginia list Chris Cook as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Chris Cook affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Chris Cook is affiliated with Tampa General Hospital, Charleston Area Medical Center and Mon Health Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Chris Cook was last updated on August 28, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 23 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.