Dr. Charles Boggess Cox, MD

Dr. Charles Boggess Cox is a general surgeon practicing in Athens, Tennessee. He has extensive surgical experience and is affiliated with Starr Regional Medical Center Athens. His listed areas of clinical expertise include esophagitis, peptic ulcer disease, hernia, diverticular disease and endoscopy.

Dr. Charles Cox Profile

• Full Name: Charles Boggess Cox, MD
• Specialty: General Surgery
• Additional Specialty: Family Medicine
• Location: Athens, Tennessee
• Practice: Charles B. Cox MDPC
• Hospital Affiliation: Starr Regional Medical Center Athens
• Address: 503 W Madison Ave, Athens, TN 37303
• Phone: 423-745-2312
• Language: English
• Gender: Male
• Medical School: University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine
• Graduation: 1983
• Residency: University of Alabama Hospital
• Residency Specialty: Surgery
• Tennessee Medical License: Active according to the cited provider information

Areas of Specialty

General Surgery

Dr. Cox practices general surgery in Athens, Tennessee.

Surgical Conditions

His publicly listed clinical expertise includes several gastrointestinal and surgical conditions, including esophagitis, peptic ulcer disease, hernia and diverticular disease.

Endoscopy

Endoscopy is also listed among his clinical areas of expertise.

Conditions and Areas of Expertise

MediFind identifies the following among Dr. Cox’s areas of expertise:

• Esophagitis
• Peptic ulcer
• Hernia
• Diverticular disease
• Endoscopy
• Barrett esophagus
• Cellulitis
• Cervical myelopathy
• Cholecystitis
• Chronic erosive gastritis
• Congenital diaphragmatic hernia

MediFind’s current profile lists him as having “Advanced” expertise for esophagitis and peptic ulcer, while other conditions are categorized under its “Experienced” tier. These are MediFind’s classifications rather than an independent clinical rating.

Education and Training

Medical School

Dr. Cox graduated from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine in 1983.

Residency

He completed surgical residency training at University of Alabama Hospital in Birmingham from 1983 to 1986.

Practice Location

Charles B. Cox MDPC
503 W Madison Ave
Athens, TN 37303

Phone: 423-745-2312

Telehealth

MediFind currently indicates that the practice offers telehealth. Patients should contact the office to determine whether telehealth is available for their particular concern.

Insurance

The MediFind profile lists numerous insurance carriers, including Aetna, Anthem BCBS, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Humana, Medicare, Medicaid and UnitedHealthcare. Insurance participation can change, so patients should confirm coverage before an appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Dr. Charles Cox practice?

Dr. Cox practices at Charles B. Cox MDPC in Athens, Tennessee.

What does Dr. Charles Cox specialize in?

His primary listed specialty is general surgery. His clinical areas include esophagitis, peptic ulcer disease, hernia, diverticular disease and endoscopy.

Where did Dr. Charles Cox complete medical school?

He graduated from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine in 1983.