Cory Thomas Edwards, MD
Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology
Cory Thomas Edwards is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Grand Forks, ND with over 15 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Cory Thomas Edwards, MD practices as part of a group neurology psychiatry & neurology specialist practice in Grand Forks, ND. Trained at University of North Dakota School of Medicine (class of 2011), he has been practicing for over 15 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 97.58/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 38% of reporting doctors in North Dakota
- Uses generic medications more than 68% of reporting doctors in North Dakota
- Federal MIPS score higher than 91% of MIPS-scored doctors in North Dakota
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2176dNPPES updated 2020-06-08 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Dakota Board of Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 91% of doctors in North Dakota on federal quality measures, prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202397.58/100
North Dakota avg: 83.7 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+14 pts)
Top 9% of MIPS-scored doctors in North DakotaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better0.84%
North Dakota avg: 3.7 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.3 pts)
0.84% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better91.7%
North Dakota avg: 83.6 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+8.9 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in North DakotaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
492
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
263
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,894
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $396k
Percentile rankings compared against 160 reporting peers in North Dakota.
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Disrupted blood supply to the brain, requiring urgent medical attention
US avg: 13.4%↑ More patients than average (+21%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$287 received from industry
6 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Cory Thomas Edwards's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2011
University of North Dakota School of Medicine
Board certified · Jun 7, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
15 years in practice
Experienced
Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.
Taxonomy: 2084N0400X
Education & Training
University of North Dakota School of Medicine (Class of 2011)
Mailing address
2401 Demers Ave, Grand Forks, ND 58201
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Cory Thomas Edwards
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Cory Thomas Edwards for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Grand Forks 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 Cory Thomas Edwards
Dr. Edwards is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Grand Forks, ND. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (701) 780-2300.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
1300 S Columbia Rd, Grand Forks, ND 58201
Mailing Address
2401 Demers Ave, Grand Forks, ND 58201
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