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Dr. Krista Nelson Cox, MD

Pediatrician

Kansas City, MO

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. Dr. Nelson Cox is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. 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 a Pediatrician like Dr. Nelson Cox typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Nelson Cox typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Krista Nelson Cox may include:

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

    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

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Oscar Health

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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

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    What hospitals are Dr. Nelson Cox affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Nelson Cox has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    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.

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

    Yes, Dr. Nelson Cox is affiliated with Nkc Health 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. 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 Dr. Krista Nelson Cox?

    Please contact Dr. Nelson Cox's office at (816) 523-0066 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nelson Cox's office located?

    Dr. Nelson Cox's office is located in Kansas City, MO.