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DR. JOHN BYRON COX M.D.
NPI 1477572063
Ophthalmology in Huntsville, AL

Active since July 18, 2006PECOS Enrolled
333 WHITESPORT DR SW, SUITE 101, HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801(256) 880-0667(256) 881-2194 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 8, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. John Byron Cox M.d. NPPES

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

DR. JOHN BYRON COX M.D. (NPI 1477572063) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Huntsville, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (00008793) and active in the NPI registry since July 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine (1973).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1477572063
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOHN BYRON COXCredential: M.D.
Location Address333 WHITESPORT DR SW, SUITE 101Huntsville, AL 35801-6454
Mailing Address333 Whitesport Dr Sw, Suite 101Huntsville, AL 35801-6454 · (256) 880-0667 · Fax (256) 881-2194
Phone(256) 880-0667
Fax(256) 881-2194
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Mississippi School Of MedicineGraduated 1973
Enumeration DateJuly 18, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 8, 2007
✔ NPI 1477572063 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
License✔ Licensed in AL · 00008793
Definition
An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
333 WHITESPORT DR SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare ID-Type Unspecified000003282AL
Medicare UPINC75145AL

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 (PECOS)

Dr. John Byron Cox M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID2961666599
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120612000367
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 7

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.

Established patient complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
235 services235 patients
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system 92012
This is a routine check-up for existing patients focusing on the visual system. It involves examining your eyes to detect any potential issues or changes in your vision. It's a crucial part of maintaining good eye health.
61 services50 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
33 services30 patients
Exam of visual field with extended testing 92083
An extended visual field exam is a detailed test to evaluate your peripheral (side) vision. It helps to detect any potential blind spots which may not be noticeable in daily life. These could be caused by eye diseases like glaucoma, or neurological conditions.
24 services24 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This 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.
24 services23 patients
Imaging of optic nerve 92133
Imaging of the optic nerve is a non-invasive procedure that captures detailed pictures of your optic nerve. It helps doctors assess eye health, particularly for conditions like glaucoma. It's painless, quick, and uses safe technology like MRI or OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography).
17 services17 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 35801 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
$122.31 typical visit price
range $52.65 – $161.63
Typical copayment $30.57 (range $13.16 – $40.40)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$66.08 typical visit price
range $16.56 – $131.65
Typical copayment $16.52 (range $4.14 – $32.91)
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.

Reported Quality Measures

Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD): Counseling on Antioxidant Supplement
Percentage of patients aged 50 years and older with a diagnosis of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) or their caregiver(s) who were counseled within 12 months on the benefits and/or risks of the Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS) formulation for…
58%31 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.
94%315 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
91%64 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Falls: Screening for Future Fall Risk
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were screened for future fall risk during the measurement period
68%174 patients3/55-star benchmark: 99%
Patient-Specific Education
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from certified EHR technology to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide electronic access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible…
85%322 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
90%30 patients5/55-star benchmark: 90%
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
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…
38%37 patients2/55-star benchmark: 97%
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Patients tobacco: 92% · 61 patients
95%62 patients
Provide Patient Access
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician: (1) The patient (or the patient authorized representative) is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit his or her health information; and (2) The MIPS eligible clinician…
75%322 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%
Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.
Lower rates are better for this measure.
Patients 2+: 0% · 174 patients
0%174 patients5/55-star benchmark: 100%
Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 16

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

ALAN DOWD MD PC
Clinic/Center (Primary Care)
333 WHITESPORT DR SW, SUITE 204
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Madison County (256) 880-0397
ANDREW HARNER MD
Surgery
333 WHITESPORT DR SW
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Madison County (770) 355-0375
RAMA M NADELLA M.D.
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
333 WHITESPORT DR SW, SUITE 300
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Madison County (256) 519-9181
CHRISTY BRADLEY TEACHOUT NP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
333 WHITESPORT DR SW, SUITE 104
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Madison County (256) 880-0376
DOST M. KHATTAK, M.D., P.C.
Legal Medicine
333 WHITESPORT DR SW, SUITE 304
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Madison County (256) 880-0800
IRMA F. DE LEON MD PC
Clinic/Center (Primary Care)
333 WHITESPORT DR SW, SUITE 203
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Madison County (256) 213-7425
MRS. TIFFANY LOZOVSKY
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
333 WHITESPORT DR SW, UNIT 305
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Madison County (256) 880-1222
DR. ELLIOT LEE MARCUS M.D.
Internal Medicine
333 WHITESPORT DR SW, SUITE 200
HUNTSVILLE, AL 35801
Madison County (256) 880-0450

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 John Cox's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Cox is 1477572063. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 18, 2006.

Where is John Cox located?

John Cox practices at 333 Whitesport Dr SW Suite 101, Huntsville, AL 35801. The listed phone number is (256) 880-0667.

What is John Cox's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is John Cox enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Cox is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Cox was last updated on July 8, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 years 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.