James Martin Fox, M.D.
Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine
James Martin Fox is a Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Traverse City, MI with over 32 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE (CARDIOLOGY)
James Martin Fox, M.D. practices as part of a group cardiologist practice in Traverse City, MI. He graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in 1994 and has 32+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and ischemic_heart (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 22% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1982dNPPES updated 2020-12-18 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Michigan Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1200 Sixth St Suite 200, Traverse City, MI 49684-2369
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better81.9%
Michigan avg: 83.5 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-0.9 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
1,275
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
625
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,953
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $613k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,194 reporting peers in Michigan.
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 Ischemic Heart Disease.
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
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+21%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+21%) — a focus area for this doctor
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+17%) — 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 (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$33 received from industry
2 transactions reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to James Martin Fox's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1994
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Board certified · Dec 17, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
32 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Cardiologists specialize in diagnosing and treating heart and blood vessel conditions including coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, valve disorders, and hypertension. They perform diagnostic procedures such as echocardiograms, stress tests, and cardiac catheterization.
Taxonomy: 207RC0000X
Education & Training
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine (Class of 1994)
Mailing address
2891 Momentum Pl, Chicago, IL 60689-5328
Differs from practice location
Virtual Cardiovascular Disease Care With James Martin Fox
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with James Martin Fox for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Traverse City 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 James Martin Fox
Dr. Fox is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Traverse City, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (231) 935-5800.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact James Martin Fox
Practice Location
1200 Sixth St Suite 200, Traverse City, MI 49684-2369
Mailing Address
2891 Momentum Pl, Chicago, IL 60689-5328
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