James B Knox, MD
James B Knox is a Vascular Surgery specialist based in Falmouth, MA with over 42 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 42 years in surgery, James B Knox, MD is a long-established vascular surgery specialist in Falmouth. A Duke University School of Medicine graduate since 1984, he brings 42+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 79.85/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 16% of MIPS-scored doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1173dNPPES updated 2023-03-07 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
90 Ter Heun Drive Suite 300, Falmouth, MA 02540
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202379.85/100
Massachusetts avg: 87.4 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-3.8 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better64.7%
Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-18.1 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
760
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
96
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
252
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $116k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,606 reporting peers in Massachusetts.
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 (+3%) — 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 (+13%) — 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 (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$93 received from industry
4 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 James B Knox's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1984
Duke University School of Medicine
42 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A surgeon with expertise in the management of surgical disorders of the blood vessels, excluding the intracranial vessels or the heart.
Taxonomy: 2086S0129X
Education & Training
Duke University School of Medicine (Class of 1984)
Virtual Vascular Surgery Care With James B Knox
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with James B Knox for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Falmouth 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 B Knox
NPI records show Dr. Knox as active with telehealth listed in Falmouth, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (508) 540-0604.
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 James B Knox
Practice Location
90 Ter Heun Drive Suite 300, Falmouth, MA 02540
Mailing Address
90 Ter Heun Drive Suite 300, Falmouth, MA 02540
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