Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Matthew Cox, D.P.M.

Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist (CMS: Podiatry) · Laguna Niguel, CA

  • NPI 1558468579
  • Accepts Medicare
  • MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
  • 26 yrs in practice
  • Male
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
30001 Town Center Dr Ste E2
Laguna Niguel, CA 926772066
(949) 495-2506
fax (949) 495-3715
Mailing address
30001 Town Center Dr Stee2
Laguna Niguel, CA 926772033

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
September 2006 — 20 yrs on file
Profile last updated
April 7, 2010
Year of graduation
2000 — 26 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
213ES0103X — NUCC code
State license (1)
California #E4412

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1558468579. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
2,262
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$159,280
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
11721 Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails 605 205 $46
11056 Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 2-4 growths 587 220 $88
99213 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes 216 149 $91
11720 Removal of fingernails or toenails, 1-5 nails 140 93 $34
99203 New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes 121 121 $114
99202 New patient office or other outpatient visit, 15-29 minutes 103 103 $75
99212 Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes 100 86 $58
76881 Complete ultrasound scan of joint 81 70 $55
97597 Removal of tissue from wound, 20.0 sq cm or less 76 19 $107
11055 Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 1 growth 61 46 $77

In context: peer comparison

Among 2 peers in this city , average services per provider: 146. This provider delivers 15× the peer median.

Medicare Part D · 2023

Top prescriptions

CMS Part D Prescriber
Total claims
168
Patients
116
Total drug cost
$2,109
Drug Type Claims Patients Total cost
Cephalexin Generic 73 64 $505
Ciclopirox Generic 52 24 $1,453
Meloxicam Generic 31 28 $59
Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) Brand 12 0 $92

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Matthew Cox's medical specialty?
Dr. Matthew Cox practices Foot & Ankle Surgery Podiatrist in Laguna Niguel, CA.
Where does Dr. Matthew Cox practice?
Dr. Matthew Cox practices at 30001 Town Center Dr Ste E2, Laguna Niguel, CA 926772066. Office phone: 9494952506.
What is Dr. Matthew Cox's NPI?
Dr. Matthew Cox's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558468579, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Matthew Cox accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Matthew Cox accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Matthew Cox commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Removal of fingernails or toenails, 6 or more nails (HCPCS 11721); Removal of noncancer thickened skin growth, 2-4 growths (HCPCS 11056); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.