Joseph O Sams

Obstetrics & Gynecology

Joseph O Sams is an Obstetrics & Gynecology specialist based in Oxford, MS with over 32 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(662) 236-5717Oxford, MS
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Patients across MS can see Joseph O Sams in person in Oxford or via virtual visit — no travel required. A University of Mississippi School of Medicine graduate since 1994, he brings 32+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis. CMS MIPS quality score: 92.66/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Federal MIPS score higher than 69% of MIPS-scored doctors in Mississippi
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 6 Obstetrics & Gynecology providers in MSSee all Obstetrics & Gynecology in Oxford32+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 887dNPPES updated 2023-12-19 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1204 Medical Park Dr, Oxford, MS 38655-5326

Fax: (662) 234-4016
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Mississippi.

MIPS Score

2023

92.66/100

Mississippi avg: 77.2 · US avg: 83.6

Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.1 pts)

Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in Mississippi

How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

76.3%

Mississippi avg: 84.1 · US avg: 82.8

Lower than most doctors nationally(-6.5 pts)

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

44

Unique beneficiaries

Boutique practice

Prescription Recipients

26

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

76

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $8k

Percentile rankings compared against 222 reporting peers in Mississippi.

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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.

Hypertension
70%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%
High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-6%)64%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-1%)48%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-4%)30%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
30%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-7%)27%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Industry Payment Transparency

$531 received from industry

27 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier

View on CMS Open Payments →

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 Joseph O Sams's NPI.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1994

    University of Mississippi School of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Dec 18, 2023

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 32 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Obstetrics & GynecologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

An obstetrician/gynecologist possesses special knowledge, skills and professional capability in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. This physician serves as a consultant to other physicians and as a primary physician for women.

Taxonomy: 207V00000X

Education & Training

University of Mississippi School of Medicine (Class of 1994)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

8110 N Brother Blvd Ste 200, Bartlett, TN 38133-2760

Differs from practice location

Virtual Obstetrics & Gynecology Care With Joseph O Sams

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Joseph O Sams for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Oxford 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 Joseph O Sams

Dr. Sams is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Oxford, MS. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (662) 236-5717.

Verified across 6 federal data sources

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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