Charles Boggess Cox, M.D.

Family Medicine

Charles Boggess Cox is a Family Medicine specialist based in Athens, TN with over 43 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(423) 745-2312Athens, TN
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Charles Boggess Cox, M.D. runs an independent family medicine physician practice in Athens, TN. Trained at University of Tennessee, Hsc, College of Medicine (class of 1983), he has been practicing for over 43 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 51% of reporting doctors in Tennessee
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 263 Family Medicine providers in TNSee all Family Medicine in Athens43+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 726dNPPES updated 2024-05-27 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners

Contact & Location

Practice Location

503 W Madison Ave, Athens, TN 37303-3489

Fax: (423) 746-0687
Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-2%)68%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+2%)51%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+3%)37%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-6%)28%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-9%)23%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here

Chronic Kidney Disease
Lower than avg (-8%)22%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here

COPD
Higher than avg (+2%)22%

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow

US avg: 20.4%

↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1983

    University of Tennessee, Hsc, College of Medicine

  2. Board certified · May 26, 2024

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 43 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Family MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.

Taxonomy: 207Q00000X

Education & Training

University of Tennessee, Hsc, College of Medicine (Class of 1983)

Virtual Family Medicine Care With Charles Boggess Cox

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Charles Boggess Cox for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Athens required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Charles Boggess Cox

Dr. Cox is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Athens, TN. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (423) 745-2312.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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