Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cotton, Neurologist in Omaha, NE?
Dr. Joel Cotton, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Omaha, NE. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and American Board of Urology. Dr. Cotton graduated from University of Nebraska, Omaha, NB and completed his residency at St John'S Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Cotton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cotton’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cotton’s office at (402) 354-2000.
Where did Dr. Cotton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St John'S Hosp, Internal Medicine | La | Louisiana State University Affiliated Hospitals | LECOMT/St John's Episcopal Hospital Program
Medical School: University of Ne Coll of Med, Omaha Ne | University of Nebraska, Omaha, NB | University of Nebraska College of Medicine
Is Dr. Cotton board certified in Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Joel Cotton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology , American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Cotton speak?
Dr. Cotton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Cotton treat?
As a Neurologist, 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:
- Numbness or Tingling
- Neurologic Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Paresthesia
- Skin Numbness
- Tingling Sensation
- Pins and Needles
ICD-10 Codes:
- R202: Paresthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Complex Partial Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Focal Impaired Awareness Seizures
- Temporal Lobe Seizures
- Psychomotor Seizures
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40209: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Tremor
- Abnormal Involuntary Movements
- Movement Disorder
- Shaking
- Involuntary Shaking
- Essential Tremor
- Parkinsonian Tremor
- Uncontrolled Body Movements
- Dyskinesia
- Tremors
ICD-10 Codes:
- R251: Tremor, unspecified
- R259: Unspecified abnormal involuntary movements
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Walking Problems
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Other Muscle and Bone System Symptoms
- Movement Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Unusual Musculoskeletal Symptoms
- Muscle and Joint Problems
- Bone and Muscle Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R29898: Other symptoms and signs involving the musculoskeletal system
Also known as:
- Skin Numbness
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Essential Tremor
- Tremor
- Essential tremor
- Familial Tremor
- Benign Essential Tremor
ICD-10 Codes:
- G250: Essential tremor
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Abnormal Reflexes
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Altered Reflexes
- Hyperreflexia
- Hyporeflexia
ICD-10 Codes:
- R292: Abnormal reflex
Also known as:
- Temporary Confusion
- Delirium
- Mental Disorder
- Acute Confusion
- Sudden Mental Changes
- Brief Disorientation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R404: Transient alteration of awareness
Also known as:
- Coma
- Unconscious state
- Deep unconsciousness
- Persistent vegetative state
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4020: Unspecified coma
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Migraine
- Migraine headache
- Severe headache
- Vascular headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43909: Migraine, unspecified, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Which procedures does Dr. Cotton perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joel Cotton may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
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 (402) 354-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cotton accept in Omaha, NE?
Dr. Cotton in Omaha, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cotton's office located?
Dr. Joel Cotton's Primary Practice
8901 W Dodge Rd Ste 210
Omaha, NE 68114
(402) 354-2000
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 1033161625.
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. Joel Cotton's specialty?
Dr. Cotton is a Neurologist near Omaha, NE.
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Contact Dr. Cotton to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Joel Cotton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cotton is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - Omaha, Ne, Methodist Women's Hospital 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
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Is Joel Cotton accepting new patients in Omaha, NE?
Yes, Dr. Joel Cotton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joel Cotton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cotton's office at (402) 354-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joel Cotton?
Please contact Dr. Cotton's office at (402) 354-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joel Cotton have?
Dr. Joel Cotton is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and American Board of Urology.
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