Lucia F Cotten, MD
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Patients across GA can see Lucia F Cotten, MD in person in Athens or via virtual visit — no travel required. A Georgetown University School of Medicine graduate since 2018, she brings 8+ years of experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
Older · 980dNPPES updated 2023-08-30 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
2470 Daniells Bridge Rd Ste 221, Athens, GA 30606-6188
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202372.82/100
Georgia avg: 87.5 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-10.8 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better47%
Georgia avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-35.8 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
42
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
96
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
336
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $601k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,210 reporting peers in Georgia.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
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 (-4%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$507 received from industry
22 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Lucia F Cotten's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2018
Georgetown University School of Medicine
Board certified · Aug 29, 2023
CMS-verified certification date
8 years in practice
Established
Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic disorders including diabetes (type 1 and 2), thyroid disease, osteoporosis, adrenal disorders, pituitary conditions, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Taxonomy: 207RE0101X
Education & Training
Georgetown University School of Medicine (Class of 2018)
Mailing address
Po Box 48089, Athens, GA 30604-8089
Differs from practice location
Virtual Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Care With Lucia F Cotten
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Lucia F Cotten for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Athens required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lucia F Cotten
Dr. Cotten is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Athens, GA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (706) 389-3180.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Lucia F Cotten
Practice Location
2470 Daniells Bridge Rd Ste 221, Athens, GA 30606-6188
Mailing Address
Po Box 48089, Athens, GA 30604-8089
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