Samuel Cooper Phinney, MD
Samuel Cooper Phinney is a Surgery specialist based in Highlands Ranch, CO with over 20 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Samuel Cooper Phinney, MD practices as part of a group surgery specialist practice in Highlands Ranch, CO. Trained at Uniformed Services Uhs Fe Hebert School of Med (class of 2006), he has been practicing for over 20 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 97.58/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 50% of MIPS-scored doctors in Colorado
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
9330 S University Blvd, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126-5065
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Colorado.
MIPS Score
202397.58/100
Colorado avg: 87.4 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+14 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in ColoradoHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better21.4%
Colorado avg: 6.1 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+16.3 pts)
21.4% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
168
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
102
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
285
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $3k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,617 reporting peers in Colorado.
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — 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 (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$14.0k received from industry
15 transactions reported in 2024 ·High 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 Samuel Cooper Phinney's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2006
Uniformed Services Uhs Fe Hebert School of Med
Board certified · May 15, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
20 years in practice
Experienced
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Taxonomy: 208600000X
Education & Training
Uniformed Services Uhs Fe Hebert School of Med (Class of 2006)
Mailing address
2695 Rocky Mountain Ave Ste 150, Loveland, CO 80538-9071
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 390334
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NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Samuel Cooper Phinney for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Highlands Ranch 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 Samuel Cooper Phinney
Dr. Phinney is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Highlands Ranch, CO. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (719) 364-6487.
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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Practice Location
9330 S University Blvd, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126-5065
Mailing Address
2695 Rocky Mountain Ave Ste 150, Loveland, CO 80538-9071
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