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Who is Dr. Cotter, Anesthesiologist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Thomas Cotter, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Cotter graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Mo-Columbia Sch Med, Anesthesiology; Univ Of Nv Sch Of Med, Family Medicine. Dr. Cotter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cotter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cotter’s office at (509) 838-1547.
Where did Dr. Cotter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Mo-Columbia Sch Med, Anesthesiology; Univ Of Nv Sch Of Med, Family Medicine
Medical School: Creighton University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Cotter board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Cotter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Cotter speak?
Dr. Cotter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Cotter typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Cotter 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. Cotter. 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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Hernia
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hernia of the Diaphragm
ICD-10 Codes:
- K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Cotter typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Cotter performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Cotter. 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:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Cotter accept my insurance?
Dr. Cotter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (509) 838-1547 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cotter accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Cotter in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthRight Group
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Cotter's office located?
What is Dr. Cotter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cotter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134132467.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cotter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cotter
What is Dr. Thomas Cotter's specialty?
Dr. Cotter is a Anesthesiologist near Tucson, AZ.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Thomas Cotter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cotter is affiliated with Tucson Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Thomas Cotter accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Cotter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Cotter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cotter's office at (509) 838-1547 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Cotter?
Please contact Dr. Cotter's office at (509) 838-1547 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Cotter have?
Dr. Thomas Cotter is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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