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Katherine S. Cox, PA

Accepting New Patients

(Katherine Shelley Cox, PA-C)

(90 Ratings)

Specializes in: Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery

Professional interests include: ACL injury, musculoskeletal problems, cubital tunnel syndrome, and more.

N91 W15750 Falls Parkway
Menomonee Falls, WI 53051

(262) 532-1100

Katherine S. Cox, PA is in Menomonee Falls, WI specializing in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. Katherine S. Cox, PA is affiliated with Medical College of Wisconsin, Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Regional Health Network, FROEDTERT ANDTHE MEDICAL COLLEGE OF WISCONSIN COMMUNITY PHYSICIANS INC, Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital, Froedtert West Bend Hospital, Froedtert West Bend Hospital - West Bend and Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital - Menomonee Falls.

Office Locations

N91 W15750 Falls Parkway
Menomonee Falls, WI 53051

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Some issues Katherine S. Cox, PA can help you with:

Joint Injections

A joint is any area of the body where two bones connect. Due to injury or disease, the space between the two bones can sometimes become swollen and inflamed, which leads to pain and a loss of mobility. Injection and aspiration are two tools that physicians use to treat joint pain locally without needing to perform surgery.

Both injection and aspiration are techniques that involve inserting a needle connected to a syringe directly into the joint. Aspiration involves the removal of excess fluid, and injection is the placement of medication directly into the joint space via the needle. Both procedures may be performed at the same time. In both cases a local anesthetic may be used, the skin will be cleaned and disinfected, and then the needle will be inserted. In some cases, especially if the injection or aspiration is in a large and deep joint such as the hip or spine, ultrasound may be used to guide the needle to the exact location desired.

In some cases, irritation to the joint can cause fluid to build up so significantly that the joint hurts and can no longer move well. Aspiration removes some of the excess fluid and relieves the pressure. In addition, aspiration can be used to provide a sample of joint fluid if it needs to be examined microscopically for the presence of white blood cells, bacteria, or crystal formations.

Certain injuries and diseases that affect joints are inflammatory in nature, such as rheumatoid arthritis, tendonitis or gout. These diseases may be helped by the local injection of anti-inflammatory medications directly into the affected joint. In this case, corticosteroids such as methylprednisone are usually used. Relief from the pain may be felt right away and may last for weeks or even months.

In some cases, such as with osteoarthritis, the cartilage buffer between the two bones wears down and pain comes from bones rubbing against each other. In this case, injection of a lubricating agent such as hyaluronic acid may be beneficial. It provides a slippery cushion between the bones to relieve pain that can last for months.

Musculoskeletal Problems

The musculoskeletal system refers collectively to the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and nerves. It is what gives the body structure and movement. Because this system encompasses so much of the body, musculoskeletal problems are extremely varied and can happen almost anywhere. There are musculoskeletal problems that affect only the joints, those that affect the bones, those that affect tendons and ligaments, and those that can happen in any area of the body but cause pain and numbness.

Joint problems include bursitis and arthritis. Bursitis is the inflammation of a fluid-filled sac cushion on the outside of a joint, causing symptoms including pain and swelling. Arthritis is the inflammation and damage of a joint due to wear and tear or disease. There are several treatments for arthritis, but if the damage progresses far enough, joint replacement may be necessary. In joint replacement, a metal or plastic implant is surgically placed within the joint to make movement easier.

Bone problems include scoliosis, fractures, and osteoporosis. Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine, making the normally straight spine look like a 'C' or 'S.' It is treated with braces or surgery. Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to weaken and break easily. It's most common in women, especially older women. Fully half of all women over 65 have osteoporosis. Fractures are any break in the bone. They can be a simple crack or a severe and complicated shatter. Osteoporosis causes fractures in people who have it, but other causes are trauma (such as a fall) or overuse.

Tendon and ligament problems most often result from injury or overuse. Two good examples are ligament tears and tendonitis. The most common ligament tear is the ACL tear in the knee. This ligament supports and stabilizes the knee and is most often torn during sports activities. Tendonitis happens when a tendon, which connects muscles and bones together, becomes irritated and inflamed. This happens most often in older patients who push their bodies too far, leading to pain and swelling. Treatment for both tendon and ligament problems usually includes rest, ice, and supporting the area to let it heal.

Pain and numbness problems can be caused by overuse, disease, an injury, or a compressed nerve. Lower back pain and carpal tunnel syndrome are two of the most common conditions patients encounter. Lower back pain may be caused by sore muscles that have been overworked, or an injury to the disks separating the vertebrae in the spine. Lower back pain usually goes away on its own within a few days, but it may require medical treatment depending on the cause. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the nerve at the base of the palm becomes trapped or pinched. Symptoms include tingling, pain, numbness, or weakness in the hand. Treatment involves rest and sometimes steroid injections.

Because the musculoskeletal system involves so much of the body, problems here can be incredibly varied in their type and severity. Some musculoskeletal problems will go away on their own or only require rest, while others may require medication, physical therapy, or even surgery.

Shoulder Arthritis

Shoulder arthritis is a very common condition that causes pain, stiffness, or a grinding sensation in the shoulder. Some patients may hear a clicking or popping noise, and all symptoms are more noticeable when moving. Arthritis occurs when the cartilage that cushions joints becomes damaged.

Normally, when two bones come together inside a joint, they are separated by a layer of tough, smooth cartilage. The cartilage allows the bones to glide across each other, which makes movement easier. Cartilage can be damaged by an injury, by an illness such as rheumatoid arthritis, or by simple wear and tear (osteoarthritis). In the shoulder, the two joints most commonly affected are the AC joint (where the shoulder blade and collarbone connect at the outside edge of the shoulder), and the glenohumeral joint (where the arm bone meets the shoulder blade).

Treatment for shoulder arthritis may include:

Ice and rest
Exercise and physical therapy
Over-the-counter pain medications
Corticosteroid injections
Surgery

Surgical treatments include the removal of inflamed tissue and joint reconstruction. The type of arthritis and severity of the damage will determine which treatment is most appropriate.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Katherine S. Cox, PA in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 25%

By Affordability:

shoulder arthroplasty

shoulder reconstruction

shoulder replacement

total joint replacement

total shoulder replacement

In 2013, Katherine S. Cox, PA had a list price for shoulder arthroplasty, shoulder reconstruction, shoulder replacement, total joint replacement, and total shoulder replacement that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of providers in related specialties within Wisconsin. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Katherine S. Cox, PA for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	21

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Katherine S. Cox, PA in 2015

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Katherine S. Cox, PA treated during 2015 were hypertension.

Hypertension	48
High Cholesterol	0
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Katherine S. Cox, PA treated as in Menomonee Falls, WI during 2016 were blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Katherine S. Cox, PA for Medicare patients.

blood draw	15
doctor visit	35

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Katherine S. Cox, PA.

**Gender**
Male	16
Female	23

**Age**
From 65 to 74	26
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Katherine S. Cox, PA in 2016

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Katherine S. Cox, PA treated during 2016 were high cholesterol and hypertension.

Hypertension	41
High Cholesterol	41
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Katherine S. Cox, PA.

**Gender**
Male	21
Female	30

**Age**
From 65 to 74	22
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	14
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Katherine S. Cox, PA in 2017

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Katherine S. Cox, PA treated during 2017 were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and depression.

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Katherine S. Cox, PA treated as in Menomonee Falls, WI during 2018 were reconstructive surgery, joint surgery and lower extremity surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Katherine S. Cox, PA for Medicare patients.

joint surgery	11
lower extremity surgery	11
reconstructive surgery	11

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Katherine S. Cox, PA.

**Gender**
Male	25
Female	30

**Age**
From 65 to 74	29
From 75 to 84	14
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Katherine S. Cox, PA in 2018

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Katherine S. Cox, PA treated during 2018 were high cholesterol, hypertension, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	24
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Katherine S. Cox, PA treated as in Menomonee Falls, WI during 2019 were reconstructive surgery, joint surgery and lower extremity surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Katherine S. Cox, PA for Medicare patients.

joint surgery	18
lower extremity surgery	18
reconstructive surgery	18

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Katherine S. Cox, PA.

**Gender**
Male	14
Female	22

**Age**
From 65 to 74	18
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Katherine S. Cox, PA in 2019

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Katherine S. Cox, PA treated during 2019 were high cholesterol and hypertension.

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Katherine S. Cox, PA treated as in Menomonee Falls, WI during 2020 were aspiration, injections, reconstructive surgery and joint surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Katherine S. Cox, PA for Medicare patients.

aspiration	23
doctor visit	39
injections	23
joint surgery	15
lower extremity surgery	15
reconstructive surgery	15

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Katherine S. Cox, PA.

**Gender**
Male	33
Female	46

**Age**
From 65 to 74	34
From 75 to 84	27
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Katherine S. Cox, PA in 2020

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Katherine S. Cox, PA treated during 2020 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	23
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Katherine S. Cox, PA treated as in Menomonee Falls, WI during 2021 were reconstructive surgery, joint surgery and lower extremity surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Katherine S. Cox, PA for Medicare patients.

joint surgery	18
lower extremity surgery	18
reconstructive surgery	18

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Katherine S. Cox, PA.

**Gender**
Male	26
Female	34

**Age**
From 65 to 74	25
From 75 to 84	23
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Katherine S. Cox, PA in 2021

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Katherine S. Cox, PA treated during 2021 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and depression.

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	18
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	27
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Katherine S. Cox, PA treated as in Menomonee Falls, WI during 2022 were aspiration, injections, reconstructive surgery and joint surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Katherine S. Cox, PA for Medicare patients.

aspiration	42
doctor visit	46
injections	42
joint surgery	33
lower extremity surgery	19
reconstructive surgery	33
upper extremity surgery	14

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Katherine S. Cox, PA.

**Gender**
Male	35
Female	55

**Age**
From 65 to 74	42
From 75 to 84	33
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Katherine S. Cox, PA in 2022

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Katherine S. Cox, PA treated during 2022 were high cholesterol, hypertension, ischemic heart disease and depression.

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	74
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	18
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	24
Dementia	14
Cancer	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Katherine S. Cox, PA treated as in Menomonee Falls, WI during 2023 were aspiration, injections, reconstructive surgery and joint surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Katherine S. Cox, PA for Medicare patients.

aspiration	75
doctor visit	109
injections	75
joint surgery	26
lower extremity surgery	15
reconstructive surgery	26
upper extremity surgery	11

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Katherine S. Cox, PA.

**Gender**
Male	58
Female	70

**Age**
From 65 to 74	69
From 75 to 84	43
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Katherine S. Cox, PA in 2023

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Katherine S. Cox, PA treated during 2023 were high cholesterol, hypertension, depression and diabetes.

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	18
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	25
Dementia	0
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2015 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Katherine S. Cox, PA for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Katherine S. Cox, PA treated as in Menomonee Falls, WI were aspiration, injections, reconstructive surgery and joint surgery.

aspiration	46
blood draw	15
doctor visit	50
injections	46
joint surgery	20
lower extremity surgery	16
reconstructive surgery	20
upper extremity surgery	12

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2015 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Katherine S. Cox, PA.

**Gender**
Male	25
Female	34

**Age**
75 to 84	15
85 and over	1
Less than 65	0
65 to 74	29

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Katherine S. Cox, PA From 2015 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Katherine S. Cox, PA treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and depression.

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	1
Ischemic Heart Disease	19
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	3
Osteoporosis	7
Heart Failure	5
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	3
Diabetes	13
Atrial Fibrillation	4
Dementia	1
Cancer	3

Education & Training

She is certified by the Physician Assistant and has a state license in Illinois.

Board Certification: Physician Assistant

Licensed In: Illinois

Affiliations & Hospitals

Katherine S. Cox, PA is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Medical College of Wisconsin

Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Regional Health Network

FROEDTERT ANDTHE MEDICAL COLLEGE OF WISCONSIN COMMUNITY PHYSICIANS INC

Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital

Froedtert West Bend Hospital

Froedtert West Bend Hospital - West Bend

Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital - Menomonee Falls

Ratings & Reviews

Katherine S. Cox, PA has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.91 out of 5 stars based on 90 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Katherine S. Cox, PA from all over the web to help you find the right in Menomonee Falls, WI.

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-08-26

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Ms. Cox and her staff calmed my fear of the gel injection. The staff was caring and concerned about me during the entire visit. Overall a great staff.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-01-23

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Excellent team that works well together! Outstanding!

Biography

Ms. Katherine Cox practices orthopedics/orthopedic surgery in Menomonee Falls, WI. On average, patients gave her a rating of 5.0 stars (out of 5). Ms. Cox's areas of expertise include knee arthritis, wrist fracture, and sports health. She is affiliated with Medical College of Wisconsin and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Regional Health Network. According to Doctor.com, new patients are welcome to contact Ms. Cox's office in Menomonee Falls, WI.