April Elaine Cotton, MD
April Elaine Cotton is a Family Medicine specialist based in Hudson, NC with over 30 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.
Patients across NC can see April Elaine Cotton, MD in person in Hudson or via virtual visit — no travel required. A Southern Illinois University School of Medicine graduate since 1996, she brings 30+ years of experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 38% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
270 Pine Mountain Rd Suite 2, Hudson, NC 28638-2605
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1996
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine
Board certified · Mar 22, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
30 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine (Class of 1996)
Mailing address
321 Mulberry St Sw Medical Staff Services, Lenoir, NC 28645-5720
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With April Elaine Cotton
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with April Elaine Cotton for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Hudson required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about April Elaine Cotton
NPI records show Dr. Cotton as active with telehealth listed in Hudson, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (828) 757-6330.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact April Elaine Cotton
Practice Location
270 Pine Mountain Rd Suite 2, Hudson, NC 28638-2605
Mailing Address
321 Mulberry St Sw Medical Staff Services, Lenoir, NC 28645-5720
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