Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ben Cottrell, MD
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Hospitalist Physician · Family Medicine Physician · Chattanooga, TN
- NPI 1801842570
- Accepts Medicare
- 29 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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705 Black Creek Dr
Chattanooga, TN 374192190
(931) 588-6356
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 6, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 1997 — 29 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Tennessee #35175
- Medicaid (2)
- TN #3862460 · TN #3862466
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1801842570. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
199
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$25,496
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 84 | 83 | $116 | |
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 76 | 76 | $167 | |
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 25 | 24 | $8 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 14 | 14 | $203 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 46 peers in this city , average services per provider: 101. This provider delivers 2.0× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
83
Patients
72
Total drug cost
$606
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | Generic | 19 | 19 | $126 |
| Naproxen | Generic | 15 | 15 | $69 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 14 | 14 | $62 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 13 | 13 | $152 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 11 | 11 | $150 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 11 | 0 | $48 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ben Cottrell's medical specialty?
Dr. Ben Cottrell practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Chattanooga, TN.
Where does Dr. Ben Cottrell practice?
Dr. Ben Cottrell practices at 705 Black Creek Dr, Chattanooga, TN 374192190. Office phone: 9315886356.
What is Dr. Ben Cottrell's NPI?
Dr. Ben Cottrell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1801842570, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ben Cottrell accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ben Cottrell accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ben Cottrell commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284); Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only (HCPCS 93010). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.