2026 NPPES data Specialist NPI 1801893375 M.D.
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LORAN COOK, M.D.

Specialist in PROVO, Utah. 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
1K
Medicare Part D claims · 393 beneficiaries · Specialist avg: 1K
Generic prescribing
97%
generic claims · 3% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
89.7858/100
▲ 7 pts above national avg 83.1 · [object Object]
What the federal data reveals: LORAN COOK, M.D. is a Specialist ([object Object]) practicing in PROVO, Utah with a Medicare Part D prescribing footprint of 1K claims across 393 beneficiaries — 3% brand-name prescribing . Their CMS MIPS Final Score of 89.7858/100 (national average: 83.1) reflects performance across Quality, Cost, Interoperability, and Improvement Activities .

What stands out: LORAN COOK, M.D. reported a CMS MIPS final score of 89.7858 out of 100, above the 83.1 national average, and filed 1,039 Medicare Part D claims in 2023. Every figure on this page comes straight from federal CMS records, with no proprietary rating applied.

LORAN COOK, M.D. at a glance

High performer (top quartile)

NPI registry status

Active

Issued 06/30/2005

NPI 1801893375

Primary specialty

Specialist

High-volume

69,658 US NPIs in this specialty

Medicare Part D claims

1,039 30% vs specialty avg

2023 prescription claims

Specialty avg: 1,474

MIPS final score

89.7858/100 6.6858% pts

Exceptional band

vs 83.1 national avg

Specialty distribution in Utah

How Specialist compares to other specialties among Utah providers

Utah providers

Specialist share within Utah

1. Specialist42%2. Internal medicine21%3. Family medicine17%4. Surgical12%5. Pediatric8%
Specialist share within Utah

Medicare quality performance — MIPS

LORAN COOK, M.D.'s 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Specialist national average

High performer (top quartile)
MIPS Final Score
89.7858/100
vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year

MIPS final score (Specialist) — 89.7858/100 vs national avg 83.1

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MIPS final score (Specialist) — 89.7858/100 vs national avg 83.1

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LORAN COOK, M.D. is a Specialist provider practicing in PROVO, Utah, according to the CMS National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). Credentials: M.D.. NPI: 1801893375. 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.

LORAN COOK, M.D. appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Specialist provider holding M.D. credentials at 1055 N 300 W, PROVO, UT, 84604, with a listed phone of (801) 357-7373. NPI 1801893375 was issued on 06/30/2005. Because NPPES data is self-reported by the provider and refreshed monthly, the address, phone, and specialty reflect what COOK 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 1,039 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 393 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $19K in drug spend, split 3% brand-name and 97% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 21.0%. 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. On the CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System, this provider earned a Final Score of 89.7858/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 95.2486, Cost 70.7042), compared with the national average of 83.1.

Specialist is a high-volume specialty nationwide, with 69,658 enrolled providers across 55 states and an average of 1,474 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

1055 N 300 W
PROVO, UT 84604

Provider Details

NPI 1801893375
Specialty Specialist
Credentials M.D.
Gender Male
NPI Issued 06/30/2005

CMS Quality Score (MIPS)

Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores from CMS, 2023 performance year.

89.7858
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
95.2486
Quality
70.7042
Cost
100
Promoting Interoperability

Reporting: Group practice

Hospital and facility affiliations

Facilities where LORAN COOK, M.D. 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.

UTAH VALLEY EYE CENTER INC
PROVO, UT

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

Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Generic-heavy

LORAN COOK, M.D. — brand share 3.0%
Specialty average (est.)

3% brand-name claims vs 97% generic, on 1,039 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.

1,039
Total Claims
$19K
Total Drug Cost
393
Medicare Beneficiaries

Prescribing Breakdown

30-Day Fills
1,079
Total Day Supply
9,139
Brand vs Generic
3% brand / 97% generic
Brand Drug Cost
$5K
Generic Drug Cost
$14K
Opioid Claims
218 (21.0% rate)
Antibiotic Claims
436

Patient Demographics

Average Patient Age
73.9 years
Avg HCC Risk Score
1.12
Gender Split
64% female / 36% male
Age Distribution
<65: 19, 65-74: 205, 75-84: 129, 85+: 40

Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)

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

Drug Claims
Doxycycline Hyclate
340
Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen
Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen
200
Tobramycin-Dexamethasone
Tobramycin/Dexamethasone
102
Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass
Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav
64
Ondansetron Odt
Ondansetron
40
Valacyclovir
Valacyclovir Hcl
38
Chlorhexidine Gluconate
31
Fluorouracil
28
Ondansetron Hcl
19
Bacitracin-Polymyxin
Bacitracin/Polymyxin B Sulfate
15

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

Specialist Overview

How LORAN COOK, M.D. fits within the Specialist landscape nationally.

69,658
Specialist Providers in US
55
States with Specialist
1,474
Avg Claims per Provider

LORAN COOK, M.D.'s 1,039 claims are below the specialty average of 1,474.

Nearby Specialist Providers in Utah

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

Compare Specialist nationally: see state-by-state distribution →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is LORAN COOK, M.D.'s specialty?
LORAN COOK, M.D. specializes in Specialist and practices in PROVO, Utah. Credentials: M.D..
How much does LORAN COOK, M.D. prescribe under Medicare Part D?
In 2023, LORAN COOK, M.D. wrote 1,039 Medicare Part D claims totaling $19K in drug costs for 393 beneficiaries.
What is LORAN COOK, M.D.'s Medicare quality score?
LORAN COOK, M.D. has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 89.7858/100 (Quality: 95.2486, Cost: 70.7042). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is LORAN COOK, M.D. located?
LORAN COOK, M.D. is located at 1055 N 300 W, PROVO, UT, 84604. Phone: (801) 357-7373.
What is LORAN COOK, M.D.'s NPI number?
LORAN COOK, M.D.'s National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1801893375, issued on 06/30/2005.
Does LORAN COOK, M.D. prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs?
LORAN COOK, M.D.'s prescribing is 3% brand-name and 97% generic drugs by claim count, with $5K in brand drug costs.
Does LORAN COOK, M.D. prescribe opioids?
Yes, LORAN COOK, M.D. had 218 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 21.0%.
How many Specialist providers are there in the US?
There are 69,658 Specialist providers across 55 states in the US. The average Specialist provider writes 1,474 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does LORAN COOK, M.D. prescribe most often?
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, LORAN COOK, M.D.'s most frequently prescribed drugs include Doxycycline Hyclate, Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen, Tobramycin-Dexamethasone. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does LORAN COOK, M.D. accept Medicare?
LORAN COOK, M.D. appears in CMS Medicare data with 1,039 Part D claims and 393 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify LORAN COOK, M.D.'s credentials?
LORAN COOK, M.D.'s NPI is 1801893375 with credentials M.D.. 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.
Quality Performance
CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) — 2023 performance year.
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.

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

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