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Dr. Melissa Cox, MD

Dr. Melissa Cox, MD

Internal Medicine*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Melissa Cox, MD is an internist in Lincoln, IL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY AT CARBONDALE in 1997. She is affiliated with medical facilities Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital and Carle Bromenn Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.3 Star Rating
Based on 7 reviews 3.3 Star Rating (7 reviews)

Practice

100 Stahlhut Dr Lincoln, IL 62656
Telehealth available
(217) 735-9555

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Cox specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Pediatrics. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Cox's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cox

3.3

7 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
57%
57%
4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
43%
43%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
STAY AWAY. Consider this your warning. – Oct 04, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Upset patient – Sep 22, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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D.J – Jul 01, 2019
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About Me

biography

Dr. Melissa Cox, MD is an internist in Lincoln, IL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY AT CARBONDALE in 1997. She is affiliated with medical facilities Abraham Lincoln Memorial...read more

  • Internal Medicine

  • Pediatrics

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  • Southern Illinois University At Carbondale

    Medical School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
American Board of Pediatrics®
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Pediatrics
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Locations

Practice

Lincoln Health Care Specialists Lab100 Stahlhut Dr Lincoln, IL 62656
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Practice

Lincoln Memorial Hospital200 Stahlhut Dr Lincoln, IL 62656
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The H & J Vonderlieth LVG Ctr1120 N Topper Dr Mount Pulaski, IL 62548
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Practice

Springfield Clinic LLP1025 S 6th St Springfield, IL 62703
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 9:00am - 12:00pm
    • Tue: 12:00pm - 4:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 12:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Carle Bromenn Medical Center

    1304 Franklin Ave
    Normal, IL 61761
    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.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

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

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital

    200 Stahlhut Dr
    Lincoln, IL 62656

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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