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Joseph Cronin, DO is a Jacksonville Family Physician at Baptist Primary Care

Joseph Cronin, DOFamily Physician

Accepting New Patients

Joseph Cronin, DO, is an experienced family practice physician who came to Florida for his medical training and has practiced medicine here for many years. Dr. Cronin believes in talking with his patients to gather as much information as possible, so he can provide the correct diagnosis and help his patients improve their overall health through prevention. His areas of expertise include:

  • Preventive care
  • Wellness exams
  • Diabetes management
  • High blood pressure

  • Doctor Profile

    • Board CertificationBoard certification involves rigorous testing and reviews by peers and is an indicator of physicians' exceptional expertise in their specialties as well as their dedication to remaining current with the latest advances in medical science, technology, patient safety and quality of care.

      American Board of Family Practice


      Education

      • Medical:
        • University of Health Sciences
          Kansas City, Missouri, 1982 - 1986
      • Residency:
        • University of Florida Shands Hospital
          Jacksonville, Florida, 1986 - 1989

      Training / Experience

      • License:
        • State of Florida Medical License
      • Experience:
        • More than 20 years of experience

      • Languages:
        • English

      From the Doctor

      I love living in Northeast Florida, and enjoying spending time with my family. I also have a passion for travel.

      I care deeply about my patients' overall health and want them to have the information and assistance they need to get and stay well. I view myself as a partner with my patients in prevention and managing their conditions.

  • Office Info

    • Caring for you. It's what we do.

      Welcome to Baptist Primary Care at Regency Square, specializing in providing patients and families with comprehensive health care. We believe good communication is essential to the patient-doctor relationship, so please feel free to contact us to discuss any aspect of your care.

      - Sharon Bartlett, Office Manager


      Phone Directory:

      904.724.5576

      904.855.1335

      911

      904.202.1032

      800.835.0788

      Office Hours

      *Monday8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
      *Tuesday8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
      *Wednesday9:30 AM to 6:00 PM
      *Thursday8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
      *Friday8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

      *Pediatric appointments start at 8:15am with extended hours Wednesday until 6:00pm.

      We do not want you to run out of medication. Please call for medication refills during regular office hours.

      On Site Services


      • Blood work
      • Bone density scans
      • Complete physicals
      • EKG (electrical activity of the heart)
      • Family planning
      • Immunizations
      • Lab testing
      • MRIs
      • Pap testing
      • Minor surgeries
      • Nutritional counseling
      • School/athletic physicals
      • Smoking cessation
      • Well-child visits
      • X-rays
      • Physician Assistants: (PA) Physician assistants perform physical examinations, counsel patients and prescribe certain medications under a doctor's supervision.
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        • Photograph of Tom Lundy, PA-C Tom received his Bachelor of Science in allied health sciences from George Washington University. A retired U.S. Navy Corpsman and Independent Duty Corpsman, Lundy is a certified physician assistant providing primary care for patients of all ages.

      Payments Accepted


      • Cash, Check, Visa, Mastercard, Discover

  • Insurance

    • Insurance Plans Accepted

      We welcome most insurance plans. Your co-pay or deductible amount will be determined by your employer and insurance plan. Please be sure to bring your insurance card to your appointment. If your plan is not listed below, please contact our office.

      • Aetna HMO
      • Aetna Medicare Plans PPO/HMO
      • Aetna PPO, EPO, MC, Elect Choice, Excel
      • AvMed HMO
      • Beechstreet PPO
      • BlueCross/BlueShield HMO Plan: Blue Care, Blue Options
      • BlueCross/BlueShield PPO Plans: Blue Choice, PPC, Federal Employee Program
      • BlueCross/BlueShield Medicare Supplement:Adv 65
      • BlueCross/BlueShield Traditional
      • Cigna HMO/PPO/POS
      • Evolutions (Guardian) PPO
      • First Health/Coventry/Southcare
      • Florida Health Alliance/Medcom (EPO/PPO)
      • Humana HMO/POS/ASO/PPO Choice Care
      • MDI Healthcare
      • Medicare
      • Medicare - Railroad
      • Multiplan/PHCS
      • One Health/Great West-Cigna (open access/PPO/POS)
      • Tricare Standard (Champus)
      • United HC Open Access/HMO/EPO/POS/PPO

  • Patient Forms

      • Authorization for Use of Answering Machines

        Authorizes Baptist Primary Care to leave appointment, referral and test results information on your answering machine.

      • Health Care Status Authorization

        Authorizes Baptist Primary Care to release information concerning the status of your health care, including laboratory and radiology results and to discuss your treatment plan with an individual that you name.

      • Patient Registration and Insurance Information

        Captures your insurance information and authorizes Baptist Primary Care to prepare and submit your medical bill directly to your insurance company.

      • Patient Privacy

        This notice describes how medical information about you may be used and disclosed and how you can get access to this information.

      • Medical History

        Provides your primary care physician with important information about your medical and family history to better diagnose, treat or prevent conditions.

      • Medical Records Request or Release

        Initiates your request to have your medical records sent to another medical provider and/or to request your medical records from another provider be sent to your primary care doctor.

      • Health Care Authorization for Minors

        Authorizes Baptist Primary Care to deliver medical services and treatment to your children.

      • Results Authorization

        Authorizes Baptist Primary Care to make available test results and other office communication through the Medical Information Network.

      • Physical Acknowledgment

        Encourages you to check with your insurance company to clarify if your physical exam is covered.

      • Advance Directives - Overview

        This link opens the official Florida Agency for Health Care Administration website. It provides detailed information about advance directives, patient's rights, frequently asked questions and forms.

      • Advance Directives - Living Will Form

        This link opens the official living will form provided by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration. This form allows you to document your instructions to your doctor to provide, withhold or withdraw life-prolonging procedures.

      • Advance Directives - Designation of Health Care Surrogate Form

        This link opens the official designation of health care surrogate form provided by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration. This form allows you to designate another individual to make treatment decisions on your behalf.

      • Advance Directives - Uniform Donor Form

        This link opens the uniform donor form provided by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration. This form allows you to indicate your desire to make an anatomical decision after death.

      • Advance Directives - Wallet Card

        This link opens the advanced directives wallet card provided by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration.