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2026 NPPES data Radiation Oncology Physician NPI 1962427351 MD
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Radiation Oncology Physician in Fargo, North Dakota.
This profile is drawn from the federal National Provider Identifier Registry (CMS NPPES), which lists more than 7 million U.S. healthcare providers - including 6,018 in Radiation Oncology Physician, and covers specialty classification, practice address, and Medicare Part D prescribing data when reported. According to CMS, every field reflects the provider's official federal registration, see our methodology.
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Prescribing volume
219
Medicare Part D claims · 61 beneficiaries · Radiation Oncology Physician avg: 186
Generic prescribing
88%
generic claims · 12% brand-name · higher generic rates reduce patient out-of-pocket costs
MIPS score
85.2/100
▲ 2 pts above national avg 83.1 · Above neutral
Source: CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File, 2023
Compiled from official public sources by the PlainDoctor editorial team.
What the federal data shows
Mark Cooper, MD reported a CMS MIPS final score of 85.2/100 - above the 83.1 national average - and filed 219 Medicare Part D claims in 2023.
- 85.2/100
- MIPS score · +2 vs avg
- 219
- Part D claims, 2023
- 88%
- 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.
Mark Cooper, MD's MIPS score vs every scored U.S. clinician
CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) final score, 2023, the federal quality measure
85 49th percentile higher than 49% of 477,587 scored providers
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Source CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) · 2023
Where Mark Cooper, MD sits
This provider among radiation oncology physician peers
Across the 1,988 radiation oncology physician providers who report both Medicare Part D prescribing and a MIPS quality score, Mark Cooper, MD writes more Part D claims than 81% of them and scores higher on MIPS quality than 48% - placing this provider in the high-volume, lower-quality quadrant. Volume reflects patient-panel size and specialty, not quality; the two axes are independent.
Part D claim volume vs MIPS quality, by specialty percentile
Each dot is one radiation oncology physician peer from a representative sample of 60; the gold marker is Mark Cooper, MD. Source: CMS Medicare Part D Prescriber data and the CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System, 2023.
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Board certification likely (heuristic, not verified)
Mark Cooper, MD practices in an ABMS-board-eligible specialty and shows active CMS Medicare participation + MIPS quality reporting - 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 Mark Cooper, MD?
High performer (top quartile)Primary specialty
Radiation Oncology Physician
Medicare Part D claims
219 18% vs specialty avg
MIPS final score
85.2/100 2.1 pts vs avg
Specialty distribution in North Dakota
How Radiation Oncology Physician compares to other specialties among North Dakota providers
Medicare quality performance, MIPS
Mark Cooper, MD's 2023 MIPS final score plotted against the Radiation Oncology Physician national average
- MIPS Final Score
- 85.2/100
- vs 83.1 national avg · 2023 performance year
MIPS final score (Radiation Oncology Physician) - 85.2/100 vs national avg 83.1
How MIPS and board certification work
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).
Mark Cooper, MD appears in the CMS NPPES registry as a Radiation Oncology Physician provider holding MD credentials at 1702 UNIVERSITY DR S, Fargo, ND, 58103, with a listed phone of (701) 364-3300. NPI 1962427351 was issued on 07/13/2006.
Medicare Part D records for calendar year 2023 show 219 prescription claims written by this provider, covering 61 Medicare beneficiaries and totaling roughly $16K in drug spend, split 12% brand-name and 88% generic by claim count, with an opioid prescribing rate of 7.3%. On the CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System, this provider earned a Final Score of 85.2/100 for the 2023 performance year (Quality 86.4, Cost 67.7), compared with the national average of 83.1.
Radiation Oncology Physician is a mid-sized specialty nationwide, with 6,018 enrolled providers across 52 states and an average of 186 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
Provider Details
| NPI | 1962427351 |
|---|---|
| Specialty | Radiation Oncology Physician |
| Credentials | MD |
| Gender | Male |
| NPI Issued | 07/13/2006 |
CMS Quality Score (MIPS)
Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) scores from CMS, 2023 performance year.
85.2178
Final Score
Avg: 83.1
86.3944
Quality
67.6649
Cost
96
Promoting Interoperability
Reporting: Group practice
Brand vs generic prescribing mix · Typical
Mark Cooper, MD - brand share 12.0%
Radiation Oncology Physician average
12% brand-name claims vs 88% generic, on 219 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.
219
Total Claims
$16K
Total Drug Cost
61
Medicare Beneficiaries
Prescribing Breakdown
- 30-Day Fills
- 334
- Total Day Supply
- 8,945
- Brand vs Generic
- 12% brand / 88% generic
- Brand Drug Cost
- $12K
- Generic Drug Cost
- $4K
- Opioid Claims
- 16 (7.3% rate)
Patient Demographics
- Average Patient Age
- 75.3 years
- Avg HCC Risk Score
- 1.99
- Gender Split
- 20% female / 80% male
Top Prescribed Drugs (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by claim count for calendar year 2023. Based on Medicare Part D data only.
What Mark Cooper, MD prescribes most
Top Medicare Part D drugs by claim count, 2023
- Tamsulosin Hcl
Tamsulosin Hcl
61 claims
- Dutasteride 24
Dutasteride
24 claims
- Dexamethasone 19
Dexamethasone
19 claims
- Myrbetriq 19
Myrbetriq
19 claims
- Pantoprazole Sodium 13
Pantoprazole Sodium
13 claims
| Drug | Claims |
|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 61 |
| Dutasteride | 24 |
| Dexamethasone | 19 |
| Myrbetriq Mirabegron | 19 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 13 |
* Counts below 11 are suppressed by CMS for patient privacy. Generic names shown where available from CMS Part D data.
Radiation Oncology Physician Overview
How Mark Cooper, MD fits within the Radiation Oncology Physician landscape nationally.
6,018
Radiation Oncology Physician Providers in US
52
States with Radiation Oncology Physician
186
Avg Claims per Provider
Mark Cooper, MD's 219 claims are above the specialty average of 186.
Nearby Radiation Oncology Physician Providers in North Dakota
Other clinicians with the same primary specialty enrolled in North Dakota, drawn from the same CMS NPPES roster as Cooper.
Dr. Robert Arusell
MD
Fargo, ND
Dr. Dennis Bier
MD
Fargo, ND
Dr. Miran Blanchard
MD
Fargo, ND
Dr. Salah Dajani
MD
Fargo, ND
Dr. Kyle Darras
FNP-C
Bismarck, ND
Compare Radiation Oncology Physician nationally: see state-by-state distribution →
Before you book an appointment
Use this federal record as your verification checklist, not as a recommendation.
- Confirm the NPI record is current in the official CMS registry, providers update their own NPPES details, and moves can lag. Verify this NPI
- Check the active license and any disciplinary history with the North Dakota medical board, federal registration is not a license check. Credential verification guide
- Weigh a second option: compare this provider with a nearby Radiation Oncology Physician peer on Medicare volume and prescribing patterns. Compare providers
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mark Cooper, MD's specialty? ▼
Mark Cooper, MD specializes in Radiation Oncology Physician and practices in Fargo, North Dakota. Credentials: MD.
How much does Mark Cooper, MD prescribe under Medicare Part D? ▼
In 2023, Mark Cooper, MD wrote 219 Medicare Part D claims totaling $16K in drug costs for 61 beneficiaries.
What is Mark Cooper, MD's Medicare quality score? ▼
Mark Cooper, MD has a CMS MIPS Final Score of 85.2/100 (Quality: 86.4, Cost: 67.7). The national average MIPS Final Score is 83.1. Source: CMS Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) 2023.
Where is Mark Cooper, MD located? ▼
Mark Cooper, MD is located at 1702 UNIVERSITY DR S, Fargo, ND, 58103. Phone: (701) 364-3300.
What is Mark Cooper, MD's NPI number? ▼
Mark Cooper, MD's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962427351, issued on 07/13/2006.
Does Mark Cooper, MD prescribe more brand-name or generic drugs? ▼
Mark Cooper, MD's prescribing is 12% brand-name and 88% generic drugs by claim count, with $12K in brand drug costs.
Does Mark Cooper, MD prescribe opioids? ▼
Yes, Mark Cooper, MD had 16 opioid claims in 2023 with an opioid prescribing rate of 7.3%.
How many Radiation Oncology Physician providers are there in the US? ▼
There are 6,018 Radiation Oncology Physician providers across 52 states in the US. The average Radiation Oncology Physician provider writes 186 Medicare Part D claims per year.
What drugs does Mark Cooper, MD prescribe most often? ▼
Based on 2023 Medicare Part D data, Mark Cooper, MD's most frequently prescribed drugs include Tamsulosin Hcl, Dutasteride, Dexamethasone. This reflects Medicare Part D prescriptions only and does not include commercial insurance or other payer types.
Does Mark Cooper, MD accept Medicare? ▼
Mark Cooper, MD appears in CMS Medicare data with 219 Part D claims and 61 Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm current Medicare enrollment and accepted plans.
How can I verify Mark Cooper, MD's credentials? ▼
Mark Cooper, MD's NPI is 1962427351 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
View source datasets and methodology notes
- 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.
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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