Charles Leonard Cox, MD
Sports Medicine Orthopaedic Surgery
Charles Leonard Cox is a Sports Medicine Orthopaedic Surgery specialist based in Nashville, TN with over 24 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION
Charles Leonard Cox, MD has practiced orthopaedic surgery for 24+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from University of Tennessee, Hsc, College of Medicine in 2002 and has 24+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with arthritis, hypertension, and high cholesterol (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 97.13/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 44% of MIPS-scored doctors in Tennessee
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1517dNPPES updated 2022-03-29 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners
Contact & Location
Practice Location
3601 the Vanderbilt Clinic, Nashville, TN 37232-5100
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Tennessee.
MIPS Score
202397.13/100
Tennessee avg: 89 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+13.5 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in TennesseeHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better24.49%
Tennessee avg: 5 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+19.4 pts)
24.49% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
261
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
177
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
490
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $8k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,167 reporting peers in Tennessee.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Arthritis, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2002
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Board certified · Mar 28, 2022
Self-reported via NPPES
24 years in practice
Experienced
An orthopaedic surgeon trained in sports medicine provides appropriate care for all structures of the musculoskeletal system directly affected by participation in sporting activity. This specialist is proficient in areas including conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, and nutrition on performance and health, coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Knowledge and understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices enables the specialist to prevent and manage athletic injuries.
Taxonomy: 207XX0005X
Education & Training
University of Tennessee, Hsc, College of Medicine (Class of 2002)
Mailing address
3841 Green Hills Village Dr Ste 200, Nashville, TN 37215-2691
Differs from practice location
Virtual Sports Medicine Care With Charles Leonard Cox
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Charles Leonard Cox for arthritis follow-ups, blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management — no travel to Nashville required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Charles Leonard Cox
NPI records show Dr. Cox as active with telehealth listed in Nashville, TN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (615) 322-3000.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Charles Leonard Cox
Practice Location
3601 the Vanderbilt Clinic, Nashville, TN 37232-5100
Mailing Address
3841 Green Hills Village Dr Ste 200, Nashville, TN 37215-2691
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