Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cox, Internist in Fort Smith, AR?
Dr. Margaret Cox, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fort Smith, AR with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Cox graduated from UNIVERSITY OF AR COLL OF MEDICINE. Dr. Cox is fluent in English, 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 (479) 314-4940.
Where did Dr. Cox go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: UNIVERSITY OF AR COLL OF MEDICINE
Is Dr. Cox board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Margaret 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
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Cox typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Cox typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Margaret Cox may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Cox's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Cox accept my insurance?
Dr. Cox accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (479) 314-4940 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
All Other Third Party
Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Carepoint Health
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Arkansas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cox's office located?
Dr. Margaret Cox's Primary Practice
7001 Rogers Ave Ste 401A
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(479) 314-4940
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 1407010952.
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. Margaret Cox's specialty?
Dr. Cox is a Internist near Fort Smith, AR.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Margaret 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Margaret Cox accepting new patients in Fort Smith, AR?
Yes, Dr. Margaret Cox is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Margaret Cox offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cox's office at (479) 314-4940 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Margaret Cox?
Please contact Dr. Cox's office at (479) 314-4940 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Margaret Cox have?
Dr. Margaret Cox is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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