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Dr. Donald Cochran, MD

Virginia Beach, VA

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cochran, Family Medicine Specialist in Virginia Beach, VA?

    Dr. Donald Cochran, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Virginia Beach, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Cochran graduated from Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine and completed his residency at The Medical Ctr Inc, Family Medicine; Wm Beaumont Army Med Ctr, Pediatrics; Brooke Army Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Cochran is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cochran’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cochran’s office at (757) 397-1246.

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

    • Residency: The Medical Ctr Inc, Family Medicine; Wm Beaumont Army Med Ctr, Pediatrics; Brooke Army Med Ctr, Pediatrics | THE MEDICAL CENTER

    • Medical School: Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda | Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Cochran board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Donald Cochran, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Cochran speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cochran typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cochran 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. Cochran. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Bronchitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Chest cold
    • Inflammation of bronchial tubes
    • Acute bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cochran typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Donald Cochran may include:

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

    Does Dr. Cochran accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cochran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 397-1246 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cochran accept in Virginia Beach, VA?

    Dr. Cochran in Virginia Beach, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • All Other Third Party

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Cochran's office located?

    Dr. Donald Cochran's Primary Practice

    940 General Booth Blvd

    Virginia Beach, VA 23451

    (757) 397-1246

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    Dr. Donald Cochran's Practice 2

    12997 Warwick Blvd

    Newport News, VA 23602

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    Dr. Donald Cochran's Practice 3

    120 Monticello Ave

    Williamsburg, VA 23185

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

    Dr. Cochran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982633640.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cochran?

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

    What is Dr. Donald Cochran's specialty?

    Dr. Cochran is a Family Medicine Specialist near Virginia Beach, VA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Donald Cochran affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cochran is affiliated with Riverside Regional Medical Center, Chesapeake Regional Medical Center, Sentara Careplex Hospital, Sentara Obici Hospital, Riverside Walter Reed Hospital, Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Donald Cochran accepting new patients in Virginia Beach, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Donald Cochran is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Donald Cochran offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cochran's office at (757) 397-1246 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Donald Cochran?

    Please contact Dr. Cochran's office at (757) 397-1246 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Donald Cochran have?

    Dr. Donald Cochran is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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