Craig A Cox, MD
Craig A Cox is a Radiation Oncology Radiology specialist based in Newport Beach, CA with over 43 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across CA can see Craig a Cox, MD in person in Newport Beach or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at University of Nevada School of Medicine (class of 1983), he has been practicing for over 43 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer. CMS MIPS quality score: 86.17/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 67% of MIPS-scored doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 95dNPPES updated 2026-02-17 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1 Hoag Dr Bldg 41, Newport Beach, CA 92663-4162
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in California.
MIPS Score
202386.17/100
California avg: 78.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2.6 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in CaliforniaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better12.15%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+7.1 pts)
12.15% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
403
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
64
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
107
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
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 Cancer.
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 (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+54%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$32 received from industry
1 transaction 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 Craig a Cox's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1983
University of Nevada School of Medicine
Board certified · Feb 16, 2026
Self-reported via NPPES
43 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A radiologist who deals with the therapeutic applications of radiant energy and its modifiers and the study and management of disease, especially malignant tumors.
Taxonomy: 2085R0001X
Education & Training
University of Nevada School of Medicine (Class of 1983)
Mailing address
Po Box 8598, Pasadena, CA 91109-8605
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Critical Access Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 191308
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Radiation Oncology Care With Craig a Cox
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Craig a Cox for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Newport Beach 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 Craig a Cox
NPI records show Dr. Cox as active with telehealth listed in Newport Beach, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (949) 764-5528.
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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Contact Craig a Cox
Practice Location
1 Hoag Dr Bldg 41, Newport Beach, CA 92663-4162
Mailing Address
Po Box 8598, Pasadena, CA 91109-8605
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