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

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Penn State Health Cardiology

2160 State Rd Suite 1700Lancaster, PA 17601

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Joy C. Cotton, MDDr. Alexander Richard HaberDr. Abdulmajeed AlruwailiDr. Anisa Chaudhry, MD
Cardiovascular DiseaseInternal MedicineCardiovascular DiseaseInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients
4.4 
39 Years of Experience 4 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Lancaster , PAHershey , PAHershey , PAHershey , PA
Med School: Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine Med School: Geisinger Commonwealth School Of Medicine Med School: Northern Borders University College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by 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

Joy C. Cotton has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

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

Joy C. Cotton holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Milton S Hershey Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine in 1987.

NPI Number

Joy C. Cotton's NPI number is 1972506137.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Which hospitals is Joy Cotton affiliated with?
Joy Cotton is affiliated with Penn State Health Milton S Hershey Medical Center.
What languages does Joy Cotton speak?
Joy Cotton speaks English.
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