Dr. Clint A. Strong

Name: Dr. Clint A. Strong

Specialty: Family Medicine | Subspecialty: General Family Medicine

Qualification/Board Certification: MD – University of Alabama School of Medicine | Residency – Family Medicine, CoxHealth | Active MO State Medical License (through 2027)

Affiliation(s): Advocates for a Healthy Community Inc | CoxHealth Springfield

Location: Springfield, Missouri

Languages Spoken: English

Accepting New Patients: Yes

NPI Number: 1093806671

About the Doctor

Dr. Clint A. Strong is a trusted and experienced family medicine physician serving the Springfield, Missouri community with over two decades of comprehensive primary care. He earned his medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine — a prestigious academic institution with a long tradition of producing outstanding clinicians — and completed his Family Medicine residency at CoxHealth from 2000 to 2003, the very health system with which he continues to practice and build lasting relationships with the community he serves.

Dr. Strong practices at Advocates for a Healthy Community Inc — a mission-driven medical organization dedicated to improving the health and wellness of underserved and community-based populations in the Springfield region. He works alongside a team of family medicine and internal medicine physicians committed to delivering accessible, high-quality care. He is affiliated with CoxHealth Springfield — ranked #11 in Missouri and recognized as a U.S. News Best Hospital — ensuring his patients have access to a well-regarded regional hospital network for inpatient services and specialist care when needed.

Patients consistently describe Dr. Strong as attentive, clear in his explanations, and genuinely warm — earning him a perfect 5 out of 5 overall patient rating from 9 reviews and five patient awards including Patients’ Top Choice, Patients Recommend, Listens Attentively, Clearly Explains, and Great Bedside Manner. He receives a perfect score for his ability to answer patient questions and a Very Positive rating for time spent with patients. He holds an active Missouri State Medical License through 2027, accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and a broad range of commercial insurance plans, and is currently welcoming new patients. Telehealth services may also be available — patients are encouraged to call the practice for details.

• Over 20 years of family medicine clinical experience
• MD from University of Alabama School of Medicine
• Residency trained at CoxHealth — the same system where he currently practices
• Affiliated with CoxHealth Springfield, ranked #11 in Missouri
• Practices at a community health-focused organization
• Perfect 5/5 patient rating from 9 reviews — five patient awards
• Recognized for exceptional ability to answer patient questions
• Accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and multiple major insurance plans
• Active MO State Medical License through 2027
• Currently accepting new patients

Education & Training

Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine – MD

Residency: Family Medicine, CoxHealth (2000–2003)

Fellowship/Additional Training: General Family Medicine subspecialty focus; professional awards and honors

Medical Conditions Treated

• Chronic hypertension and high blood pressure
• Chronic diabetes (Type 1 and Type 2)
• Bronchitis and respiratory infections
• High cholesterol and hyperlipidemia
• Asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• Allergies and allergic reactions
• Obesity and metabolic conditions
• Anxiety and depression
• Thyroid and endocrine disorders
• Urinary tract infections
• Arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions
• Skin conditions and rashes
• Upper respiratory infections and sinusitis
• Atrial fibrillation and cardiovascular risk conditions
• Preventable infectious diseases in adults and children

Medical Procedures Performed

• Comprehensive physical examinations and annual wellness assessments
• Chronic disease monitoring and long-term management
• Vaccinations and immunizations for all age groups
• In-office laboratory testing and blood work
• Blood pressure and diabetes monitoring and management
• Electrocardiogram (EKG)
• Respiratory evaluation and pulmonary function management
• Preventive health screenings (cholesterol, blood sugar, cancer)
• Acute illness diagnosis and treatment
• Medication management and prescription oversight
• Specialist referrals within the CoxHealth network
• Telehealth consultations (availability subject to confirmation)

Services Offered

Dr. Strong provides a comprehensive and community-centered range of family medicine services through Advocates for a Healthy Community Inc in Springfield, Missouri — a practice model built around accessible, patient-focused primary care for individuals and families from all backgrounds. His long-standing connection to both CoxHealth and the Springfield community gives him a deep understanding of the regional health landscape and the chronic disease burden that most affects his patients. Whether managing a patient’s long-term diabetes, treating an acute respiratory illness, or guiding a family through preventive health decisions, Dr. Strong brings consistency, warmth, and clinical clarity to every encounter. Patients particularly appreciate his exceptional ability to answer questions thoroughly and his warm, genuinely attentive manner — qualities that define the culture of care at his practice.

His services include:

• Routine Wellness & Preventive Care – annual physical exams, health screenings, and immunizations for patients of all ages
• Chronic Disease Management – individualized, long-term care for hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, bronchitis, and other ongoing conditions
• Respiratory & Pulmonary Care – diagnosis and management of bronchitis, asthma, COPD, and upper respiratory infections
• Acute Illness & Injury Care – prompt evaluation and treatment of infections, fevers, respiratory illnesses, and minor injuries
• Cardiovascular Risk Management – monitoring and management of blood pressure, cholesterol, and cardiac risk factors
• Pediatric & Adult Primary Care – well-child visits, adult wellness exams, developmental assessments, and preventive screenings
• Mental Health Support – initial evaluation and management of anxiety, depression, and stress-related health concerns
• Medication Management – careful oversight and coordination of prescriptions for patients managing multiple or complex health conditions
• Community Health Services – accessible care aligned with the mission of Advocates for a Healthy Community to serve underserved and community-based populations
• Specialist Referral & Care Coordination – coordinated referrals to CoxHealth specialists and other regional providers for complex or advanced care needs
• Telehealth Consultations – remote care options potentially available for follow-up and chronic disease management; call for details
• Medicare & Medicaid Accessible Primary Care – broad insurance acceptance ensuring quality family medicine care is available to patients of all backgrounds

Accepted Insurances

• Aetna (EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)
• Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield (PPO)
• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)
• Cigna (PPO)
• CMS Medicare (Medicare)
• Elevance (EPO, HMO, Medicaid, Medicare, POS, PPO)
• Medica (PPO)
• United Healthcare (HMO, Medicaid, Medicare, POS, PPO)

Please contact the practice directly at (417) 831-0150 to confirm your specific plan is currently accepted.

Practice Locations

Location 1 Address: 440 E Tampa St, Springfield, MO 65806 Phone: (417) 831-0150

Hospital Affiliations

• CoxHealth Springfield – Springfield, MO (Ranked #11 in Missouri | U.S. News Best Hospital)