2026 NPPES data Otolaryngology Physician NPI 1033404082 MD
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CARA COCKERILL, MD

Otolaryngology Physician in ALBERT LEA, Minnesota. CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System profile including specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare prescribing data when reported.

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Prescribing volume
285
Medicare Part D claims · 133 beneficiaries · Otolaryngology Physician avg: 509
Generic prescribing
93%
generic claims · 7% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
Industry payments
$257.41
5 payments · CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)

What the federal data shows

CARA COCKERILL, MD filed 285 Medicare Part D claims in 2023 as a Otolaryngology Physician in ALBERT LEA, Minnesota, prescribing 93% generic.

285
Part D claims, 2023
93%
generic prescribing
Likely
board-certified (heuristic)

Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records (NPPES, Medicare Part D, MIPS, Open Payments) — no proprietary rating or editorial opinion is applied.

CARA COCKERILL, MD's Medicare Part D volume vs every U.S. prescriber

Total Medicare Part D claims, 2023 — across all CMS prescribers nationally

285 49th percentile higher than 49% of 1,370,886 prescribers

0–200: 670,926 prescribers (49%). Below this entry. 200–400: 182,923 prescribers (13%). This entry sits in this band. 400–600: 90,619 prescribers (7%). Above this entry. 600–800: 56,224 prescribers (4%). Above this entry. 800–1,000: 40,919 prescribers (3%). Above this entry. 1,000–1,200: 31,827 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,200–1,400: 26,224 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,400–1,600: 21,710 prescribers (2%). Above this entry. 1,600–1,800: 19,072 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 1,800–2,000: 16,451 prescribers (1%). Above this entry. 2,000–2,200: 213,991 prescribers (16%). Above this entry. This provider 0 2K+ every Part D prescriber (claims/yr), bucketed by value

Each bar is a band; taller bars hold more prescribers. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.

Source CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File · 2023

Board certification likely (heuristic — not verified)

CARA COCKERILL, MD practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty and shows active CMS Medicare participation + 1 hospital affiliation — signals consistent with board-certified status. For verified board certification, see CertificationMatters.org (the official ABMS public lookup).

What does the federal data show about CARA COCKERILL, MD?

Quality data not reported

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 06/17/2011

NPI 1033404082

Primary specialty

Otolaryngology Physician

Mid-sized

10,895 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

285 44% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 509

Specialty distribution in Minnesota

How Otolaryngology Physician compares to other specialties among Minnesota providers

Minnesota providers

Otolaryngology Physician share within Minnesota

1. Otolaryngology Physician42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Otolaryngology Physician share within Minnesota

Specialty board-certification context

Estimated specialty board-certified rate — Otolaryngology Physician (ABMS / AOA reference)

Quality data not reported
Est. board-certified rate
78%
Otolaryngology Physician ABMS/AOA estimate

Est. board-certified rate (Otolaryngology Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

0%100%78%
Est. board-certified rate (Otolaryngology Physician) — ABMS / AOA estimate

The Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores providers 0–100 across four performance categories: Quality, Cost, Promoting Interoperability, and Improvement Activities, weighted under 42 CFR §414.1380. Reporting is voluntary for many small practices, so absence of a MIPS score is not a quality signal.

Board certification through an ABMS or AOA member board signals voluntary post-licensure examination plus continuous Maintenance of Certification cycles. Verify any individual provider's status through certificationmatters.org (ABMS) or osteopathic.org (AOA).

CARA COCKERILL, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider practicing in ALBERT LEA, Minnesota, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: MD. NPI: 1033404082. This profile includes practice location, specialty classification, and organizational affiliations from the CMS provider registry. Provider information is self-reported to CMS and updated monthly.

CARA COCKERILL, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Otolaryngology Physician provider holding MD credentials at 404 W FOUNTAIN ST, ALBERT LEA, MN, 56007, with a listed phone of (507) 373-2384. NPI 1033404082 was issued on 06/17/2011. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what COCKERILL most recently submitted to CMS rather than a vetted directory listing, which is why patients should always confirm the practice is still at this location before scheduling.

Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 285 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 133 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $11K in drug spend, split 7% brand-name and 93% generic by claim count. These figures capture only Medicare Part D — commercial insurance, Medicaid, and cash-pay prescriptions are not included, and any drug-beneficiary cell under 11 is suppressed by CMS for patient privacy.

Otolaryngology Physician is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 10,895 enrolled providers across 54 states and an average of 509 Part D claims per prescriber, so the context for interpreting these metrics differs meaningfully from a primary-care baseline. Important: PlainDoctor is a directory of publicly available government data, not medical advice, a malpractice database, or a quality rating. Inclusion here does not imply a recommendation, and absence of complaints or sanctions on this page does not mean none exist — always verify credentials through the NPPES NPI Registry, your state medical board, and the ABMS or AOA before making healthcare decisions.

Practice Address

404 W FOUNTAIN ST
ALBERT LEA, MN 56007

Provider Details

NPI 1033404082
Specialty Otolaryngology Physician
Credentials MD
Gender Female
NPI Issued 06/17/2011

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where CARA COCKERILL, MD bills Medicare from. Star ratings (1-5) are CMS Hospital Compare's "Hospital overall rating" — a composite of mortality, readmission, patient experience, safety, timely care, and efficient use of medical imaging measures. Source: CMS Care Compare.

CHRISTUS TRINITY CLINIC
SAN MARCOS, TX

Affiliations sourced from CMS Doctors and Clinicians National Downloadable File; hospital ratings from CMS Hospital General Information dataset (cross-referenced by facility name + state).

Industry payments received (2024) — CMS Open Payments transparency data

The federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act (part of the Affordable Care Act) requires drug and medical-device manufacturers + group purchasing organizations to publicly report payments and other transfers of value to physicians and teaching hospitals. The data below covers 2024 for CARA COCKERILL, MD. Source: openpaymentsdata.cms.gov.

Total received

$257

Largest payer

Smith+Nephew, Inc.

Most common payment type

Food and Beverage

Industry payments are not necessarily indicators of bias — they include research funding, consulting fees for evidence-based work, royalties for inventions, food at conferences, and similar items. The disclosure exists for transparency. Read our methodology for how we interpret this data.

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Generic-heavy

CARA COCKERILL, MD — brand share 7.0%
Specialty average (est.)

7% brand-name claims vs 93% generic, on 285 2023 Medicare Part D claims.

The federal Medicare Part D Generic Dispensing Rate national benchmark sits near 90% generic / 10% brand for primary-care prescribers, per CMS Office of the Actuary 2024 estimates. Higher brand share is common in specialty prescribing where generic equivalents are not available.

Medicare Part D Prescribing Data

CMS Medicare Part D prescriber-level data for calendar year 2023.

285
Total Claims
$11K
Total Drug Cost
133
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
397
Total Day Supply
9,673
Brand vs Generic
7% brand / 93% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$3K
Generic Drug Cost
$8K
Antibiotic Claims
28

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
72.1 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.28
Gender Split
59% female / 41% male

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.

Drug Claims
Azelastine Hcl
50
Omeprazole
30
Pantoprazole Sodium
20
Ipratropium Bromide
16
Ofloxacin
16
Mometasone Furoate
13
Fluticasone Propionate
11

* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.

Otolaryngology Physician Overview

How CARA COCKERILL, MD fits within the Otolaryngology Physician landscape nationally.

10,895
Otolaryngology Physician Providers in US
54
States with Otolaryngology Physician
509
Avg Claims per Provider

CARA COCKERILL, MD's 285 claims are below the specialty average of 509.

Nearby Otolaryngology Physician Providers in Minnesota

Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in Minnesota, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as COCKERILL.

Compare Otolaryngology Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CARA COCKERILL, MD's specialty?
CARA COCKERILL, MD specializes in Otolaryngology Physician and practices in ALBERT LEA, Minnesota. Credentials: MD.
How much does CARA COCKERILL, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, CARA COCKERILL, MD wrote 285 Medicare Part D claims totaling $11K in drug costs for 133 beneficiaries.
Where is CARA COCKERILL, MD located?
CARA COCKERILL, MD is located at 404 W FOUNTAIN ST, ALBERT LEA, MN, 56007. Phone: (507) 373-2384.
What is CARA COCKERILL, MD's NPI number?
CARA COCKERILL, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1033404082, issued on 06/17/2011.
Does CARA COCKERILL, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
CARA COCKERILL, MD's prescribing is 7% brand-name and 93% generic drugs by claim count, with $3K in brand drug costs.
How many Otolaryngology Physician providers are there in the US?
There are 10,895 Otolaryngology Physician providers across 54 states in the US. The average Otolaryngology Physician provider writes 509 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does CARA COCKERILL, MD prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, CARA COCKERILL, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Azelastine Hcl, Omeprazole, Pantoprazole Sodium. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does CARA COCKERILL, MD accept Medicare?
CARA COCKERILL, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 285 Part D claims and 133 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify CARA COCKERILL, MD's credentials?
CARA COCKERILL, MD's NPI is 1033404082 with credentials MD. You can verify this through the NPPES NPI Registry, check state medical board records, and confirm board certification through the ABMS or AOA.

Data Sources

Provider Directory
CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES), download.cms.gov/nppes, updated monthly. Contains NPI, specialty, credentials, and practice location.
Specialty Classification
NUCC Health Care Provider Taxonomy (nucc.org), the industry standard for classifying provider specialties in Medicare and Medicaid billing.
Prescribing Data
CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File (2023). Includes claims, drug costs, beneficiaries, and opioid prescribing rates.
Limitations
Provider data is self-reported to CMS. Prescribing data reflects Medicare Part D only and does not include commercial insurance, Medicaid, or cash prescriptions. Claims below 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS for privacy.

See our complete data methodology for details on how we collect and process government data.

Data as of April 2026 (NPPES) / 2023 (Medicare Part D). Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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