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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nelson Cox, Pediatrician in Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Krista Nelson Cox, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Kansas City, MO. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Nelson Cox is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nelson Cox’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nelson Cox’s office at (816) 523-0066.
What languages does Dr. Nelson Cox speak?
Dr. Nelson Cox and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nelson Cox treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Nelson 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. Nelson 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.
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Normal BMI for child
- Child healthy weight
- Pediatric normal weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Nelson Cox perform as a Pediatrician?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Krista Nelson Cox may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nelson Cox's office.
Does Dr. Nelson Cox accept my insurance?
Dr. Nelson Cox accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 523-0066 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nelson Cox accept in Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Nelson Cox in Kansas City, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Premier
Spectrum / Priority Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nelson Cox's office located?
Dr. Krista Nelson Cox's Primary Practice
9140 Ward Pkwy Ste 201
Kansas City, MO 64114
(816) 523-0066
What is Dr. Nelson Cox's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nelson Cox's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396733002.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nelson Cox?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nelson Cox
What is Dr. Krista Nelson Cox's specialty?
Dr. Nelson Cox is a Pediatrician near Kansas City, MO. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Nelson Cox to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Krista Nelson Cox affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nelson Cox is affiliated with North Kansas City Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?
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Is Krista Nelson Cox accepting new patients in Kansas City, MO?
Yes, Dr. Krista Nelson Cox is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Krista Nelson Cox offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nelson Cox's office at (816) 523-0066 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Krista Nelson Cox?
Please contact Dr. Nelson Cox's office at (816) 523-0066 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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