VERNON D. COOK, JR. M.D. – NPI #1487672663
Obstetrics & Gynecology

An obstetrician/gynecologist who cares for, or provides consultation on, patients with complications of pregnancy. This specialist has advanced knowledge of the obstetrical, medical and surgical complications of pregnancy and their effect on both the mother and the fetus. The specialist also possesses expertise in the most current diagnostic and treatment modalities used in the care of patients with complicated pregnancies.

VERNON COOK, JR. is a physician located in LOUISVILLE, KY. NPPES has assigned the NPI number 1487672663 to VERNON COOK, JR. on July 17, 2006. It is a Type-1 NPI, indicating this NPI number is associated with an individual. The primary taxonomy selected by this provider is 207VM0101X from the Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set, which is classified as Obstetrics & Gynecology, specializing in Maternal & Fetal Medicine

The NPI profile was previously updated about 10 years ago on May 18, 2016. Use the NPI data found here to bill health insurance companies, identify providers enrolled in Medicare and Medicaid services or other HIPAA compliant transactions. See the complete NPI profile for VERNON COOK, JR. below.

NPI Profile for
VERNON D. COOK, JR.

NPI Number
1487672663
Enumeration Date

(about 20 years ago)
Entity Type
Type-1  Individual (Male)
Legal Name
VERNON D. COOK, JR.
Credentials
M.D.
Primary location
401 E CHESTNUT ST
STE 401
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202-5700
Phone: (502) 588-4400 Fax: (502) 588-4401
Mailing address
PO BOX 909
LOUISVILLE, KY 40201-0909
Phone: (502) 588-0329 Fax: (502) 588-0326
Sole Proprietor
No
Updated
Identifiers

Identifiers for VERNON COOK, JR.

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DescriptionIssuerStateIdentifier
OTHERANTHEM - PSCKY000000062432
OTHERANTHEM FOUNDATIONKY000000047616
OTHERPASPORT PCP - FOUNDATIONKY1049364
OTHERPASSPORT SPECIALITY - FOUNDATIONKY1049370
OTHERPASSPORT SPECIALITY - PSCKY1049373
MEDICAIDIN100332360
MEDICAIDKY64276249
Taxonomy Code(s)

A taxonomy code is a code that describes the health care service provider's type, classification, and the area of specialization. The primary specialty for this provider is indicated as (Primary) below.

Taxonomy Classification / Specialization State License
207VM0101X
- Obstetrics & Gynecology / Maternal & Fetal Medicine (Primary)
KY 27624

The taxonomy codes are selected by the provider at the time of NPI registration. Selection of a taxonomy code does not replace any credentialing or validation process that the provider requesting the code should complete.

Additional Information

Medicare Ordering & Referring
Provider can:
  • Refer to Part B
  • Order Durable Medical Equipment
  • Refer to Home Health Agency
  • Order Power Mobility Devices

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