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Dr. Robert Cox, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Houston, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cox, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Robert Cox, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cox is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cox’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cox’s office at (850) 320-2316.

    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 Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cox typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • Acute Bladder Infection
    • Bladder Disease
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection
    • Acute Cystitis
    • Sudden Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
    • N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cox typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Cox may include:

    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 (850) 320-2316 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cox accept in Houston, TX?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Texas Children's Hospital

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Cox's office located?

    Dr. Robert Cox's Primary Practice

    1504 Taub Loop

    Houston, TX 77030

    (850) 320-2316

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    Dr. Robert Cox's Practice 2

    110 Shult Dr

    Columbus, TX 78934

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    Dr. Robert Cox's Practice 3

    500 W Medical Center Blvd

    Webster, TX 77598

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    What is Dr. Cox's NPI number?A 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 1639662083.

    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. Robert Cox's specialty?

    Dr. Cox is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Houston, TX.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Robert Cox affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cox is affiliated with Christus Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth Hospital, St. Luke's Health - The Vintage Hospital, Oakbend Medical Center, Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, St. Luke's Health - The Woodlands Hospital, The Medical Center Of Southeast Texas which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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. Robert Cox accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Cox is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Cox offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cox's office at (850) 320-2316 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Robert Cox?

    Please contact Dr. Cox's office at (850) 320-2316 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cox's office located?

    Dr. Cox's offices are located in Houston, TX, Columbus, TX, and Webster, TX.