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Dr. Bradford Cotton, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Columbus, OH

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cotton, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Columbus, OH?

    Dr. Bradford Cotton, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Columbus, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Cotton completed his residency at Oh State Univ Hosp, Emergency 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 (740) 845-7343.

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

    • Residency: Oh State Univ Hosp, Emergency Medicine | Oh State University Hospital

    • Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh

    Is Dr. Cotton board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Bradford Cotton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cotton typically treat?

    As an Emergency 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    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

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Bradford Cotton may include:

    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 (740) 845-7343 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cotton accept in Columbus, OH?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Corewell Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Oscar Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Cotton's office located?

    Dr. Bradford Cotton's Primary Practice

    543 Taylor Ave

    Columbus, OH 43203

    (740) 845-7343

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    Dr. Bradford Cotton's Practice 2

    575 Copeland Mill Rd Ste 1D

    Westerville, OH 43081

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    Dr. Bradford Cotton's Practice 3

    1430 Columbus Ave

    Wshngtn Ct Hs, OH 43160

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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 1306803994.

    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. Bradford Cotton's specialty?

    Dr. Cotton is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Columbus, OH.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

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

    Yes, Dr. Cotton is affiliated with Ohiohealth Grant Medical Center, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Ohiohealth Berger Hospital, Ohiohealth Riverside Methodist Hospital, Kettering Health Main Campus, Mount Carmel Grove City 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 Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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. Bradford Cotton accepting new patients in Columbus, OH?

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

    Does Dr. Bradford Cotton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cotton's office at (740) 845-7343 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Cotton's office at (740) 845-7343 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cotton's office located?

    Dr. Cotton's offices are located in Columbus, OH, Westerville, OH, and Wshngtn Ct Hs, OH.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Bradford Cotton have?

    Dr. Bradford Cotton is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.