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Dr. Richard Cox, MD

Dr. Richard Cox, MD

Cardiology*

Dr. Richard Cox, MD is a cardiologist in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Cox has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham. He is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Practice

833 Saint Vincents Dr Birmingham, AL 35205

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Cox is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham Birmingham, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Cox is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Cox specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Cox's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cox

4.7

11 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 Star
82%
82%
4 Star
9%
9%
3 Star
9%
9%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
0%
0%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Dena Brown – Aug 09, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Donna Causey – Jul 25, 2019
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About Me

biography

Dr. Richard Cox, MD is a cardiologist in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Cox has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham. He is accepting new patients.
  • Cardiology

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Mc Ga

    Fellowship Hospital, 1979
  • Mc Va

    Residency Hospital, 1977
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
Internal Medicine
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Dr. Cox is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Norwood Neurology Inc.833 Saint Vincents Dr Birmingham, AL 35205
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham

      810 Saint Vincents Dr
      Birmingham, AL 35205
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      81%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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