Dr. Chris Cook, M.D.
Thoracic Surgery
20+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
1 location
About Dr. Chris Cook
Chris Cook, M.D. is a healthcare provider practicing in Norfolk, VA.
Specialty Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
29
Years Experience
1
Location
2
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
Thoracic SurgeryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Other
Class of 1997
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 2 states
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 0101276006 | Surgery | — |
| West Virginia | 20873 | Surgery | — |
| Virginia | 0101276006 | Surgery | — |
| West Virginia | 20873 | Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) | — |
| Virginia | 0101276006 | Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Chris Cook
With 20 years of practice, Dr. Chris Cook is an established thoracic surgery provider, M.D., after earning their medical degree at Other in 1997. Dr. currently practices at Childrens Specialty Group Pllc in Norfolk, Virginia. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215916242, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. Chris Cook as a lower-volume thoracic surgery provider, treating approximately 238 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 565 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Chris Cook received $1K in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$1K
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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Thoracic Surgery Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 23507
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Chris Cook
What does Dr. Chris Cook specialize in?
Dr. Chris Cook specializes in Thoracic Surgery. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Thoracic Surgery (cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) and Surgery.
Where does Dr. Chris Cook practice?
Dr. Chris Cook practices at Childrens Specialty Group Pllc in Norfolk, Virginia.
Does Dr. Chris Cook accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Chris Cook accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 238 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Chris Cook's NPI number?
Dr. Chris Cook's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215916242. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Chris Cook been practicing?
Dr. Chris Cook has approximately 20 years of practice experience, having graduated from Other in 1997.