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Dr. Joe Cole, MD

Dr. Joe Cole, MD

Rheumatologist, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Family Medicine Specialist, Internist

San Antonio, TX

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Cole, Rheumatologist in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Joe Cole, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Cole completed his residency at Barnes-Jewish Hospital. Dr. Cole is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cole’s office at (210) 704-2160.

    Where did Dr. Cole go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Barnes-Jewish Hospital

    What languages does Dr. Cole speak?

    Dr. Cole and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Cole typically treat?

    As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Cole 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. Cole. 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:

    • Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Primary Widespread Arthritis
    • Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
    • Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis

    Also known as:

    • Ankylosing Spondylitis
    • AS
    • Bechterew's Disease
    • Rheumatoid Spondylitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M455: Ankylosing spondylitis of thoracolumbar region

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Lupus
    • Systemic lupus erythematosus
    • SLE
    • Disseminated lupus erythematosus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Rheumatoid Arthritis
    • RA
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis
    • Autoimmune arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement

    What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Cole typically perform?

    As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Joe Cole may include:

    Please contact Dr. Cole's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Cole accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cole accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 704-2160 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cole accept in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Cole in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Bexar County Hospital District

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • State of Texas

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    Where is Dr. Cole's office located?

    Dr. Joe Cole's Primary Practice

    8001 Broadway

    San Antonio, TX 78209

    (210) 704-2160

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    Recognitions

    Awards

    • Texas Super Doctors

    What is Dr. Cole's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Cole's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780604793.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cole?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cole

    What is Dr. Joe Cole's specialty?

    Dr. Cole is a Rheumatologist near San Antonio, TX.

    What does a Rheumatologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.

    Is Dr. Joe Cole affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Cole is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 a Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Rheumatologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Joe Cole accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Joe Cole is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joe Cole offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cole's office at (210) 704-2160 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joe Cole?

    Please contact Dr. Cole's office at (210) 704-2160 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cole's office located?

    Dr. Cole's office is located in San Antonio, TX.