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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fox, Emergency Medicine Specialist in O Fallon, IL?
Dr. Faron Fox, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in O Fallon, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years. Dr. Fox completed his residency at San Antonio Unif Ser Hlth Edu, Emergency Medicine Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Fox is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fox’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fox’s office at (618) 624-3368.
Where did Dr. Fox go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: San Antonio Unif Ser Hlth Edu, Emergency Medicine Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il
What languages does Dr. Fox speak?
Dr. Fox and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fox typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fox 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. Fox. 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:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Right Lower Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Pain in lower right belly
- RLQ pain
- Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection Exposure
- Viral Infection
- Viral Disease Contact
- Suspected Viral Infection
- Exposure to Viruses
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases
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:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fox typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Faron Fox may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Fox's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Fox accept my insurance?
Dr. Fox accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (618) 624-3368 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fox accept in O Fallon, IL?
Dr. Fox in O Fallon, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
American Plan Administrators
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Alliance (HAMP)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Fox's office located?
What is Dr. Fox's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fox's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215968649.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fox?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fox
What is Dr. Faron Fox's specialty?
Dr. Fox is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near O Fallon, IL.
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 this Dr. Faron Fox affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fox is affiliated with Ssm Health Good Samaritan Hospital - Mt. Vernon 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Faron Fox accepting new patients in O Fallon, IL?
Yes, Dr. Faron Fox is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Faron Fox offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fox's office at (618) 624-3368 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Faron Fox?
Please contact Dr. Fox's office at (618) 624-3368 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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