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34 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cotton, Adolescent Medicine Specialist in Decatur, GA?
Dr. Byron Cotton, MD is an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Decatur, GA. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Cotton graduated from Meharry Medical College and completed his residency at Henry Ford Hospital. Dr. Cotton is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cotton’s practice accepts Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cotton’s office at (770) 621-0245.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Cotton?
Dr. Byron Cotton, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Adolescent Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Cotton empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Obesity, Preventive Medicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Decatur/GA community, Dr. Cotton is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Cotton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Henry Ford Hospital | Henry Ford Hospital Program
Medical School: Meharry Medical College
Is Dr. Cotton board certified in Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Byron Cotton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
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 Adolescent Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Exercise Counseling
- Fitness Coaching
- Physical Activity Guidance
- Exercise Prescription
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7182: Exercise counseling
Also known as:
- Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
- Contaminant Exposure Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Disorder Check
- Immune System Check-up
- Hematologic Screening
- Toxic Exposure Screening
- Environmental Toxin Check
- Pollutant Exposure Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
- Z1388: Encounter for screening for disorder due to exposure to contaminants
Also known as:
- Preventive Fluoride Treatment
- Fluoride application
- Dental fluoride treatment
- Prophylactic fluoride
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z293: Encounter for prophylactic fluoride administration
Also known as:
- Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Normal Hearing Test
- Clear Ear Checkup
- Routine Audiology Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
- Eye Disease
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Annual eye checkup
- Vision screening, no issues
- Eye health exam, all clear
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergy
- Chronic allergy symptoms
- Allergic reactions
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3089: Other allergic rhinitis
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
Also known as:
- Other General Symptoms
- Non-specific health complaints
- Various symptoms
- Unexplained health issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6889: Other general symptoms and signs
Also known as:
- Vaccine Safety Counseling
- Vaccine Safety
- Immunization Advice
- Vaccine Information Session
- Vaccine Side Effects Counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7185: Encounter for immunization safety counseling
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Which procedures does Dr. Cotton perform as a Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
As a Adolescent Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Byron Cotton may include:
- Adolescent Annual Check Up
- Adolescent Medicine Consultation
- Adolescent Medicine Follow Up
- Adolescent Pap Smear / Annual GYN Exam
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 (770) 621-0245 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cotton accept in Decatur, GA?
Dr. Cotton in Decatur, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareSource
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicaid
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cotton's office located?
Dr. Byron Cotton also offers virtual visits
Dr. Byron Cotton's Primary Practice
2785 Lawrenceville Hwy Ste 207
Decatur, GA 30033
(770) 621-0245
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Byron Cotton?
Dr. Cotton has appointments available at his Decatur, GA office. Please select a 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 1619927878.
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. Byron Cotton's specialty?
Dr. Cotton is a Adolescent Medicine Specialist near Decatur, GA. Contact Dr. Cotton to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Byron Cotton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cotton is affiliated with Arthur M. Blank Hospital 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 Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
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Is Byron Cotton accepting new patients in Decatur, GA?
Yes, Dr. Byron Cotton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Byron Cotton offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Cotton, or call (770) 621-0245 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Byron Cotton?
Yes, Dr. Cotton offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Cotton, or call (770) 621-0245 for more information.
Which board certifications does Dr. Byron Cotton have?
Dr. Byron Cotton is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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