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Who is Dr. Cox, Cardiologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Richard Cox, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Cox is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cox’s office at (205) 933-4679.
Is Dr. Cox board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Cox, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Cox speak?
Dr. Cox and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Cox treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. 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. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Pacemaker Battery Check
- Other Pacemaker Part Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Check
- Pacemaker Battery Testing
- Cardiac Pacing Device Check
- Pacemaker Lead Adjustment
- Pacemaker Component Care
- Cardiac Pacing Device Adjustment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z45010: Encounter for checking and testing of cardiac pacemaker pulse generator [battery]
- Z45018: Encounter for adjustment and management of other part of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- Chronic Ischemic Heart Disease
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Atherosclerosis
- Long-term Heart Disease
- Ongoing Heart Ischemia
- Chronic Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I259: Chronic ischemic heart disease, unspecified
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Healthy Weight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
- Normal Weight
- Body Mass Index
- Optimal Weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6825: Body mass index [BMI] 25.0-25.9, adult
- Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
- Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
- Z6829: Body mass index [BMI] 29.0-29.9, adult
- Z6824: Body mass index [BMI] 24.0-24.9, adult
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
- Adult BMI 23.0-23.9
- Body Weight
- Overweight BMI
- Adult pre-obesity BMI
- Higher than normal BMI
- BMI in healthy range
- Normal adult BMI
- Healthy weight BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult
- Z6823: Body mass index [BMI] 23.0-23.9, adult
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Persistent AFib
- Long-term AFib
- Ongoing Atrial Fibrillation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4820: Chronic atrial fibrillation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Which procedures does Dr. Cox perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Cox may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cox's office.
Does Dr. Cox accept my insurance?
Dr. Cox accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 933-4679 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cox accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Cox in Birmingham, AL 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)
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Where is Dr. Cox's office located?
Dr. Richard Cox's Primary Practice
833 Saint Vincents Dr Ste 300
Birmingham, AL 35205
(205) 933-4679
What is Dr. Cox's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cox's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780658906.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cox?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cox
What is Dr. Richard Cox's specialty?
Dr. Cox is a Cardiologist near Birmingham, AL. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Cox to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Cox affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Cox is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Cardiologist?
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Is Richard Cox accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Richard Cox is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Cox offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cox's office at (205) 933-4679 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Cox?
Please contact Dr. Cox's office at (205) 933-4679 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Cox have?
Dr. Richard Cox is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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