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Dr. Shawn Cotton, MD

East Aurora, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cotton, Family Medicine Specialist in East Aurora, NY?

    Dr. Shawn Cotton, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in East Aurora, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Cotton graduated from University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences and completed his residency at Kaleida Hlth Sys-M Fillmore, Family Medicine. Dr. Cotton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cotton’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cotton’s office at (716) 805-1072.

    Where did Dr. Cotton go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Kaleida Hlth Sys-M Fillmore, Family Medicine | University at Buffalo School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: University At Buffalo SUNY School Of Med and Biomedical Sciences Buffalo Ny | University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences

    Is Dr. Cotton board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Shawn Cotton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Cotton speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cotton typically treat?

    As a Family 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:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • High Fasting Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • Impaired Fasting Glucose
    • Prediabetes (Fasting)
    • Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7301: Impaired fasting glucose

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cotton typically perform?

    As a Family 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

    Does Dr. Cotton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cotton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 805-1072 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cotton accept in East Aurora, NY?

    Dr. Cotton in East Aurora, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Independent Health Association

    • Lifetime Healthcare

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Cotton's office located?

    Dr. Shawn Cotton's Primary Practice

    112 Olean St Ste 220

    East Aurora, NY 14052

    (716) 805-1072

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    Dr. Shawn Cotton's Practice 2

    50 E North St

    Buffalo, NY 14203

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    What is Dr. Cotton's NPI number?A 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 1003880113.

    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. Shawn Cotton's specialty?

    Dr. Cotton is a Family Medicine Specialist near East Aurora, NY.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Shawn Cotton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cotton is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo, Olean General Hospital, West Park Hospital, Kenmore Mercy Hospital, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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. Shawn Cotton accepting new patients in East Aurora, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Shawn Cotton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shawn Cotton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cotton's office at (716) 805-1072 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shawn Cotton?

    Please contact Dr. Cotton's office at (716) 805-1072 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cotton's office located?

    Dr. Cotton's offices are located in East Aurora, NY and Buffalo, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Shawn Cotton have?

    Dr. Shawn Cotton is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.