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Who is Dr. Cotton, Foot and Ankle Surgeon in Houston, TX?
Dr. Michael Cotton is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cotton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cotton’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cotton’s office at (713) 854-0277.
What languages does Dr. Cotton speak?
Dr. Cotton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Cotton typically treat?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Cotton diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Cotton. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Trimalleolar Ankle Fracture
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Broken Ankle
- Cotton's Fracture
- Ankle Bone Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- S82851D: Displaced trimalleolar fracture of right lower leg, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
What procedures does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Cotton typically perform?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Cotton may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
Please contact Dr. Cotton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Cotton accept my insurance?
Dr. Cotton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 854-0277 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cotton accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Cotton in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Trustmark Mutual Holding Company
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cotton's office located?
Dr. Michael Cotton's Primary Practice
7575 San Felipe St Ste 155
Houston, TX 77063
(713) 854-0277
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Michael Cotton?
Dr. Cotton has appointments available at his Houston, TX office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Cotton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cotton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083118137.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cotton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cotton
What is Dr. Michael Cotton's specialty?
Dr. Cotton is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon near Houston, TX.
What does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon do?
Foot and ankle surgeons, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, specialize in adult reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, management of adult foot and ankle trauma, sports medicine related to the foot and ankle, and reconstructive surgery for childrens foot and ankle conditions.
Is this Dr. Michael Cotton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cotton is affiliated with Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Foot and Ankle Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Michael Cotton accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Michael Cotton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Cotton offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Cotton, or call (713) 854-0277 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Cotton?
Please contact Dr. Cotton's office at (713) 854-0277 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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