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Dr. William Cotts, MD
Oak Lawn, IL
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cotts, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Oak Lawn, IL?
Dr. William Cotts, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Oak Lawn, IL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Cotts completed his residency at University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics - Internal Medicine. Dr. Cotts is fluent in English and German, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cotts’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cotts’s office at (312) 695-4965.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Cotts?
Dr. William Cotts, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist 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. Cotts empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Heart Failure, Transplant Medicine-Heart, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Oak Lawn, IL community, Dr. Cotts is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Cotts go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics - Internal Medicine
Medical School: Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine (Education)
Is Dr. Cotts board certified as an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. William Cotts, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Cotts speak?
Dr. Cotts and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Cotts typically treat?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Cotts 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. Cotts. 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:
- Heart Failure
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac transplant
- Heart replacement surgery
- Post-heart transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z941: Heart transplant status
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Assist Device
- Ventricular assist device (VAD)
- Artificial heart pump
- Cardiac support device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95811: Presence of heart assist device
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Cotts typically perform?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. William Cotts may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Cotts' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Cotts accept my insurance?
Dr. Cotts accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 695-4965 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cotts accept in Oak Lawn, IL?
Dr. Cotts in Oak Lawn, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Illinois
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cotts' office located?
What is Dr. Cotts's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cotts's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316900087.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cotts?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cotts
What is Dr. William Cotts's specialty?
Dr. Cotts is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Oak Lawn, IL.
What does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist do?
Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure.
Is this Dr. William Cotts affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cotts is affiliated with Advocate Condell 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
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Is William Cotts accepting new patients in Oak Lawn, IL?
No, Dr. William Cotts is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Cotts offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cotts's office at (312) 695-4965 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Cotts?
Please contact Dr. Cotts's office at (312) 695-4965 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. William Cotts have?
Dr. William Cotts is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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