Ruth Pinnix Cox, NP

Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Nurse Practitioner

Ruth Pinnix Cox is a Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner based in Morehead City, NC with over 53 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(252) 726-9006Morehead City, NC
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Ruth Pinnix Cox, NP has practiced nursing for 53+ years, working in group practice. With 53+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Morehead City area. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have mood disorders, high cholesterol, and anxiety.

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 39% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 345 Nurse Practitioner providers in NCSee all Nurse Practitioner in Morehead City53+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 292dNPPES updated 2025-08-04 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

3332 Bridges St, Morehead City, NC 28557-3280

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 Mood Disorders, High Cholesterol, and Anxiety Disorders.

Mood Disorders
69%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-6%)64%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

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

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+27%)61%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+27%) — a focus area for this doctor

Depression
Higher than avg (+21%)53%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+21%) — a focus area for this doctor

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-20%)50%

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

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-20%) — less common here

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+8%)42%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-16%)33%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-16%) — less common here

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. Board certified · Jul 28, 2025

    Self-reported via NPPES

  2. 53 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Nurse PractitionerPsychiatric/Mental Health in Morehead CityPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

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Taxonomy: 363LP0808X

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

615 Shipyard Blvd, Wilmington, NC 28412-6431

Differs from practice location

Virtual Psychiatric/Mental Health Care With Ruth Pinnix Cox

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Ruth Pinnix Cox for mood disorder follow-ups, cholesterol management, anxiety counseling — no travel to Morehead City required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ruth Pinnix Cox

Dr. Cox is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Morehead City, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (252) 726-9006.

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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