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35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cotton, Internist in Ithaca, NY?
Dr. Elisabeth Cotton, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Ithaca, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Cotton graduated from McGill University Faculty of 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.
Where did Dr. Cotton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: McGill University Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Cotton board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Elisabeth Cotton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal 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 an Internist like Dr. Cotton typically treat?
As an Internist, 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Depression
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
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:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Cotton typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Elisabeth Cotton may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Cotton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Cotton accept my insurance?
Dr. Cotton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cotton accept in Ithaca, NY?
Dr. Cotton in Ithaca, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cotton's office located?
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 1720049919.
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. Elisabeth Cotton's specialty?
Dr. Cotton is a Internist near Ithaca, NY.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Elisabeth Cotton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cotton is affiliated with Cayuga Medical Center 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Elisabeth Cotton accepting new patients in Ithaca, NY?
Yes, Dr. Elisabeth Cotton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elisabeth Cotton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cotton's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elisabeth Cotton?
Please contact Dr. Cotton's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Elisabeth Cotton have?
Dr. Elisabeth Cotton is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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