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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wilcox, Internist in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Christopher Wilcox, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY. Dr. Wilcox is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wilcox’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wilcox’s office at (410) 955-2800.
What languages does Dr. Wilcox speak?
Dr. Wilcox and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Wilcox typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Wilcox 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. Wilcox. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack (STEMI) - Unspecified Site
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
- STEMI Myocardial Infarction
- Acute MI
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
- I213: ST elevation (STEMI) myocardial infarction of unspecified site
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Complete Heart Block
- Arrhythmia
- Complete AV Block
- Third-Degree Heart Block
ICD-10 Codes:
- I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Wilcox typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Wilcox 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. Wilcox's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Wilcox accept my insurance?
Dr. Wilcox accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 955-2800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wilcox accept in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Wilcox in Buffalo, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independent Health Association
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Wilcox's office located?
What is Dr. Wilcox's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wilcox's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871947408.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wilcox?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wilcox
What is Dr. Christopher Wilcox's specialty?
Dr. Wilcox is a Internist near Buffalo, NY.
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. Christopher Wilcox affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wilcox is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Kenmore Mercy Hospital 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Christopher Wilcox accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Wilcox is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Wilcox offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wilcox's office at (410) 955-2800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Wilcox?
Please contact Dr. Wilcox's office at (410) 955-2800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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