Summary

Dr. Joy Cotton is a cardiovascular disease specialist who brings nearly four decades of expertise to her practice. She earned her medical degree from Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine and completed her residency training at Milton S Hershey Medical Center. With 39 years of experience in cardiology, Dr. Cotton has developed comprehensive skills in diagnosing and treating heart conditions. She communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Cotton practices at Penn State Health Cardiology in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and maintains her affiliation with Penn State Health Milton S Hershey Medical Center. She specializes in treating heart rhythm disorders, breathing difficulties, and high blood pressure. Her expertise includes performing heart monitoring tests, advanced heart imaging studies, and detailed heart ultrasounds to evaluate cardiac function. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 39 years of experience
  • 18 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Milton S Hershey Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Penn State Health Cardiology

2160 State Rd Suite 1700Lancaster, PA 17601

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.4 
39 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience
Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Lancaster , PAYork , PAYork , PAYork , PA
Med School: Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine Med School: Gazi University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joy C. Cotton

  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • GEHA
  • HealthPartners
  • Keystone First
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joy C. Cotton has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joy C. Cotton has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Cardiologist
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Milton S Hershey Medical Center

Medical School

Pennsylvania State University College Of MedicineGraduated in 1987

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Joy Cotton affiliated with?
Dr. Joy Cotton is affiliated with Penn State Health Milton S Hershey Medical Center.
Is Dr. Joy Cotton accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Joy Cotton accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Joy Cotton accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Joy Cotton's office located?
Dr. Joy Cotton's office is located at 2160 State Rd Suite 1700, Lancaster, PA, 17601.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joy Cotton?
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