Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Howard Cox, DPM
Podiatrist (CMS: Podiatry) · Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist · Mobile, AL
- NPI 1831267863
- Accepts Medicare
- 34 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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705 Bishop Ln N
Mobile, AL 366085838
(251) 343-5971
fax (251) 343-7589 - Mailing address
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Po Box 8407
Mobile, AL 366890407
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 6, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 1992 — 34 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 213E00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Alabama #357 · Iowa #00616
- Medicaid
- IA #0147652
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1831267863. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
409
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$31,302
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 82 | 69 | $81 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 61 | 59 | $51 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 59 | 59 | $101 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 58 | 58 | $147 | |
11721 |
Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails | 54 | 53 | $40 | |
11720 |
Removal of fingernails or toenails, 1-5 nails | 33 | 32 | $30 | |
11056 |
Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 2-4 growths | 22 | 18 | $74 | |
73630 |
X-ray of foot, minimum of 3 views | 20 | 20 | $26 | |
97597 |
Removal of tissue from wound, 20.0 sq cm or less | 20 | 19 | $88 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Mobile Podiatrist, average services per provider: 72. This provider delivers 5.7× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$510
Transactions
17
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Organogenesis INC. | 9 | $347.25 | |
| Paratek Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 3 | $60.44 | |
| Nevro Corp. | 2 | $42.96 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, A Division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 1 | $21.41 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 1 | $20.54 | |
| Janssen Pharmaceuticals, INC | 1 | $17.82 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
256
Patients
162
Total drug cost
$5,631
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Terbinafine Hcl | Generic | 61 | 42 | $1,477 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 53 | 28 | $551 |
| Ketoconazole | Generic | 39 | 27 | $1,142 |
| Clotrimazole-Betamethasone (Clotrimazole/Betamethasone Dip) | Brand | 34 | 18 | $1,132 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 26 | 23 | $334 |
| Ciclopirox | Generic | 18 | 13 | $795 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 13 | 0 | $81 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 12 | 11 | $120 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Howard Cox's medical specialty?
Dr. Howard Cox practices Podiatrist in Mobile, AL.
Where does Dr. Howard Cox practice?
Dr. Howard Cox practices at 705 Bishop Ln N, Mobile, AL 366085838. Office phone: 2513435971.
What is Dr. Howard Cox's NPI?
Dr. Howard Cox's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831267863, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Howard Cox accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Howard Cox accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Howard Cox commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99212); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.