Cox Medical Centers South Hospital

Springfield, Missouri

Cox Medical Centers South Hospital, part of the CoxHealth system, is a 646-bed acute care and teaching hospital located in Springfield, Missouri. It is a Level I Trauma Center, Comprehensive Stroke Center, and home to a dedicated Children's Hospital. Offering a wide range of specialized medical and surgical services, Cox South is recognized for its advanced technology, Magnet-recognized nursing excellence, and commitment to patient safety and comprehensive care for the Ozarks region.

Hospital information

24/7 Emergency Care
Available
Adult Trauma Center
Level I
More emergency department details
Pediatric Emergency Care
Available

Dedicated Pediatric Emergency Department

Stroke Center
Available

Comprehensive Stroke Center

Cardiac Emergency Capabilities
Available

Chest Pain Center with PCI

Burn Center
Available

No dedicated burn center; provides initial stabilization and transfer to specialized burn centers if needed.

Air Ambulance / Helipad
Available

Level I Trauma Center (verified by American College of Surgeons), Comprehensive Stroke Center (The Joint Commission), Chest Pain Center with PCI (American College of Cardiology), dedicated Pediatric Emergency Department, 24/7 services.

About Emergency Department Waits

Emergency departments treat patients according to medical urgency rather than arrival order. Wait times can change rapidly based on patient volume, ambulance arrivals, trauma cases and available treatment space. Patients with life-threatening conditions are prioritized immediately. This note is general information and does not describe Cox Medical Centers South Hospital's current wait.

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