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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. 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, 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 and 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, and 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 as an 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 an Adolescent Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cotton typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
- Health Screening
- Blood Disorder Check
- Immune System Check-up
- Hematologic Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
Also known as:
- Preventive Fluoride Treatment
- Fluoride application
- Dental fluoride treatment
- Prophylactic fluoride
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z293: Encounter for prophylactic fluoride administration
What procedures does an Adolescent Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cotton typically perform?
As an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cotton 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. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
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
Aetna
AmeriBen
BCBS Unspecified
CareSource
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicaid
Unknown
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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.
Is this Dr. Byron Cotton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Cotton is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Arthur M. Blank Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 an Adolescent Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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