29 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cotton, Pediatrician in Chapel Hill, NC?
Dr. John Cotton, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Chapel Hill, NC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Cotton is fluent in English and Spanish, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cotton’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cotton’s office.
Where did Dr. Cotton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Upstate Medical University/ College of Health Professions
What languages does Dr. Cotton speak?
Dr. Cotton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Cotton treat?
As a Pediatrician, 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.
Also known as:
- Patent Foramen Ovale
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- PFO
- Open Foramen Ovale
- Hole in Heart (PFO)
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q2112: Patent foramen ovale
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
Also known as:
- Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Cardiac murmur
- Abnormal heart sound
- Heart sound abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Leaky tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
Which procedures does Dr. Cotton perform as a Pediatrician?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. John Cotton may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cotton's office.
Does Dr. Cotton accept my insurance?
Dr. Cotton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cotton accept in Chapel Hill, NC?
Dr. Cotton in Chapel Hill, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Agelity
Alliance Behavioral Healthcare
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CMS
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
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Where is Dr. Cotton's office located?
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 1760593388.
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. John Cotton's specialty?
Dr. Cotton is a Pediatrician near Chapel Hill, NC. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Cotton to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. John Cotton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cotton is affiliated with North Carolina Memorial Hospital-UNC 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?
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Is John Cotton accepting new patients in Chapel Hill, NC?
No, Dr. John Cotton is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Cotton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cotton's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Cotton?
Please contact Dr. Cotton's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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