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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cox, Critical Care Internist in Fort Smith, AR?
Dr. Michael Cox, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Fort Smith, AR with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Cox is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cox’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cox’s office at (636) 237-4700.
Is Dr. Cox board certified in Critical Care Internist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Cox, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Cox speak?
Dr. Cox and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Cox treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Cox diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Cox. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Septic Shock
- Shock
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
- Severe blood poisoning with shock
- Septic collapse
- Infection-induced shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- R6521: Severe sepsis with septic shock
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and long-term lung failure with high CO2
- Acute-on-chronic hypercapnic respiratory failure
- Mixed respiratory failure with hypercapnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9622: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Cox perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Michael Cox may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cox's office.
Does Dr. Cox accept my insurance?
Dr. Cox accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (636) 237-4700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cox accept in Fort Smith, AR?
Dr. Cox in Fort Smith, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Cox's office located?
Dr. Michael Cox's Practice 3
15740 South Outer 40 Rd
Chesterfield, MO 63017
(636) 237-4700
What is Dr. Cox's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cox's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154334860.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cox?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cox
What is Dr. Michael Cox's specialty?
Dr. Cox is a Critical Care Internist near Fort Smith, AR. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Cox to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Cox affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cox is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Fort Smith which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
Where can I learn more about Critical Care Internist?
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Is Michael Cox accepting new patients in Fort Smith, AR?
Yes, Dr. Michael Cox is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Cox offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cox's office at (636) 237-4700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Cox?
Please contact Dr. Cox's office at (636) 237-4700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Cox have?
Dr. Michael Cox is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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