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Dr. Austin Cottam

Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist, Emergency Medicine Specialist

Jackson, MS

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cottam, Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist in Jackson, MS?

    Dr. Austin Cottam is an Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Jackson, MS. Dr. Cottam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cottam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cottam’s office at (614) 293-3570.

    What languages does Dr. Cottam speak?

    Dr. Cottam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cottam typically treat?

    As an Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cottam 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. Cottam. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cottam typically perform?

    As an Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Austin Cottam may include:

    Please contact Dr. Cottam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Cottam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cottam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (614) 293-3570 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cottam accept in Jackson, MS?

    Dr. Cottam in Jackson, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Mississippi

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Cottam's office located?

    Dr. Austin Cottam's Primary Practice

    2500 N State St

    Jackson, MS 39216

    (614) 293-3570

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    What is Dr. Cottam's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Cottam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790426245.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cottam?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cottam

    What is Dr. Austin Cottam's specialty?

    Dr. Cottam is an Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist near Jackson, MS.

    What does an Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician with expertise in sports medicine provides comprehensive care in this field, focusing not only on improving health and fitness but also on preventing and managing injuries and illnesses. A sports medicine physician is well-qualified and skilled in promoting wellness and understands the role of exercise in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. This specialty requires a solid foundation in exercise physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, psychology, physical rehabilitation, and epidemiology.

    Is Dr. Austin Cottam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cottam is affiliated with University Of Mississippi Medical Center, Ochsner Rush Medical Center, Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center, St. Dominic Hospital, Delta Health System 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 an Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Austin Cottam accepting new patients in Jackson, MS?

    Yes, Dr. Austin Cottam is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Austin Cottam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cottam's office at (614) 293-3570 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Austin Cottam?

    Please contact Dr. Cottam's office at (614) 293-3570 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cottam's office located?

    Dr. Cottam's office is located in Jackson, MS.