Daniel Clay Cochran, M.D.
Daniel Clay Cochran is a Neurological Surgery specialist based in Norman, OK with over 20 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Daniel Clay Cochran, M.D. practices as part of a group neurosurgeon practice in Norman, OK. A University of Oklahoma College of Medicine graduate since 2006, he brings 20+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 91.19/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 95% of reporting doctors in Oklahoma
- Federal MIPS score higher than 74% of MIPS-scored doctors in Oklahoma
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4812dNPPES updated 2013-03-20 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure & Supervision
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 74% of doctors in Oklahoma on federal quality measures, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202391.19/100
Oklahoma avg: 78.9 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7.6 pts)
Better than 74% of MIPS-scored doctors in OklahomaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better31.03%
Oklahoma avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+25.9 pts)
31.03% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better97.5%
Oklahoma avg: 83.6 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+14.7 pts)
Top 5% of reporting doctors in OklahomaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
367
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
176
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
522
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $14k
Percentile rankings compared against 644 reporting peers in Oklahoma.
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 (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$766 received from industry
31 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate 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 Daniel Clay Cochran's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2006
University of Oklahoma College of Medicine
20 years in practice
Experienced
A neurological surgeon provides the operative and non-operative management (i.e., prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, and rehabilitation) of disorders of the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems, including their supporting structures and vascular supply; the evaluation and treatment of pathological processes which modify function or activity of the nervous system; and the operative and non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon treats patients with disorders of the nervous system; disorders of the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, including the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries; disorders of the pituitary gland; disorders of the spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those which may require treatment by spinal fusion or instrumentation; and disorders of the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their distribution.
Taxonomy: 207T00000X
Education & Training
University of Oklahoma College of Medicine (Class of 2006)
Mailing address
1122 Ne 13th St Ori 274b, Oklahoma City, OK 73117-1039
Differs from practice location
Virtual Neurological Surgery Care With Daniel Clay Cochran
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Daniel Clay Cochran for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Norman 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 Daniel Clay Cochran
NPI records show Dr. Cochran as active with telehealth listed in Norman, OK. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (405) 325-5800.
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 Daniel Clay Cochran
Practice Location
620 24th Ave Sw, Norman, OK 73069-3913
Mailing Address
1122 Ne 13th St Ori 274b, Oklahoma City, OK 73117-1039
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