Erika R Cottrell, MD

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Pain Medicine

(317) 528-8494

Languages Spoken

English

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4.9 out of 5 (146 ratings)

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Franciscan Physician Network Rehabilitation & Spine Specialists Indianapolis

8051 S. Emerson Ave.
Suite 300
Indianapolis, IN 46237

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8:00am - 5:00pm

Tuesday

8:00am - 5:00pm

Wednesday

8:00am - 5:00pm

Thursday

8:00am - 5:00pm

Friday

8:00am - 5:00pm

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Franciscan Health Mooresville

1201 Hadley Road
Mooresville, IN 46158

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Franciscan Physician Network Rehabilitation & Spine Specialists Mooresville

1199 Hadley Road
Suite 104
Mooresville, IN 46158

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8:00am - 5:00pm

Tuesday

8:00am - 5:00pm

Wednesday

8:00am - 5:00pm

Thursday

8:00am - 5:00pm

Friday

8:00am - 5:00pm

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Franciscan Health Indianapolis

8111 South Emerson Avenue
Indianapolis, IN 46237

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About Me

Education

Medical School:
Indiana University School of Medicine Office of the Registrar

Internship:
Ascension St Vincent Hospital Indianapolis Medical Staff Department

Residency:
Indiana University Health Human Resources

Undergraduate:
Ohio State University College of Medicine

Board Certifications

American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Pain Medicine, American Board of PM & R

Insurances Accepted

Aetna
Anthem
Anthem HIP
Anthem Medicaid
CareSource
Cigna Health Plans
Cofinity
Corvel
Department of Labor
Devoted Health
Encore Health Network
Humana

Humana Medicaid

Managed Health Services

Managed Health Services MarketPlace

MDWise

Medicaid IN

Medicare IN

Medicare Rail Road

MultiPlan/PHCS

Sagamore

SIHO

Tricare/Humana Military

United Health Care

United Health Care Medicaid

Provider Ratings

4.9 out of 5

(146 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

80 Reviews

11/26/2025

She's very easy to talk to and answers all the questions that I have concerning my health journey.

11/25/2025

She explained everything she was doing

11/24/2025

Extremely through and reassuring

11/22/2025

She explained the xray to where I could understand what ws going on. She was friendly and easy to talkto

11/17/2025

She is very thorough and takes time to discuss what matters. She explains where and what the issues are.

11/15/2025

She did an awesome job very professional kind and courteous

11/12/2025

She listened to me and explained everything clearly.

11/08/2025

Dr. Cottrell is so easy to talk with about whatever problem I am having. I feel she is totally concerned with providing the best possible solution to get me on the road to recovery. Always come home feeling that things are going to get better, and that’s great a great positive feeling to have. I appreciate Dr.Cottrell so much.

10/29/2025

I felt comfortable anticipating further care and procedures.

10/27/2025

She is letting me know what to expect each time I have been there

10/23/2025

She is a very good Spine Specialist.

10/20/2025

Personable, thorough. Takes her time.

10/11/2025

Very knowledge of her work.

10/01/2025

👍🏻

09/30/2025

She’s great! Always listens to you and finds solutions to help.

09/24/2025

She is a true patient’s doctor

09/21/2025

She was very nice and did a great job.

09/09/2025

Awesome doctor

09/08/2025

I was very impressed with her

09/02/2025

She was very caring & took time to address my issues

08/26/2025

She has been accurate on my diagnosis and gives me options. She will also give you insight on the process and/or procedure that will be most effective.

08/26/2025

Dr Cottrell is very thorough and has a great bedside manner. She listens to your issues and takes care of them.

08/19/2025

Same as above. She is so easy to converse with answers my questions and takes care of my problem.

08/18/2025

Competent caring and knowledgeable

08/18/2025

She’s down to earth easy to talk to

08/09/2025

She's one of the best doctors I've ever had

08/05/2025

Dr. Cottrell is very good at talking to me concerning my pain. She explains everything in detail as to what she thinks should be done and why. She makes me feel that she is confident she will be able to make my condition get better. Very easy to talk with.

08/04/2025

I must admit I was apprehensive when I made my first appointment. However I need not have worried. I was in good hands. Every effort was made to ensure a comfortable experience. I have passed this info on to my friends!

08/04/2025

Erika is sweet and pleasant to talk to

07/29/2025

Best of the crop!

07/23/2025

She’s made my first visit down to earth and relaxing. She’s got a great personality! I love that.

07/22/2025

Very nice, personal, easy to talk to and explain things in a way I could understand

07/22/2025

Erika was quite efficient and the procedure was relatively painless.

07/21/2025

She’s great! She’s a true expert in her field.

07/19/2025

After 10+ years as a patient of Dr. Cottrell, I have the utmost trust in her services and ability to provide excellent medical care.

07/15/2025

This morning I recommended her to my wife's friend. See above.

07/12/2025

She is a good Doctor

07/10/2025

I was impressed at first visit.

07/04/2025

Always looking for next thing to help issue at hand

07/03/2025

She really cares for her patients and really knows what she is doing!

06/27/2025

Dr Cottrell was very nice and thoroughly explained things.

06/26/2025

Because she listens to her patience!

06/16/2025

Thorough and very knowledgeable and works with you to find the best plan of treatment for your diagnosis.

06/16/2025

Dr Cottrell is so easy to talk with and freely shared information about procedures. Results speak for themselves.

06/11/2025

knowws how to cure your pain problem.

06/09/2025

I think she is the greatest

06/07/2025

The short answer is she is the best.

06/03/2025

She explains everything very well

06/03/2025

Very pleasant,knowledgeably her staff is top notch.

05/28/2025

A great doctor I wish I went to her sooner.

05/22/2025

I liked her

05/07/2025

Explains well Good bedside manner Sense of humor Works on other options when her treatment becomes no effective

04/24/2025

She has helped more with my problem than any doctor that I have had

04/14/2025

I liked her very well . Very good. Knows her stuff .

04/14/2025

SHE IS ALWAYS VERY PERSONABLE AND LISTERNS CLOSELY TO WHAT YOU HAVE SAY. I FIND HER VERY PLEASANT AND CONCERNED ABOUT YOUR PROBLEM.

04/12/2025

She had great bedside manner and answered all my questions.

04/09/2025

She listened to my issues and spent the time needed.

04/08/2025

Her kindness and concern and skill in making me feel better

04/06/2025

Dr Cottrell really listens and takes her time. My husband and I both see her. She’s great!!

03/20/2025

Very friendly and professional and works to "fix " my concerns

03/17/2025

She is our favorite Dr. (And we go to a lot of drs)

03/15/2025

She was very professional and very patient. Gave me a lot of information. Liked her a lot.

03/14/2025

Trying to Trying to solve my back problems.

03/11/2025

Both the office and Dr. Cotrell were kind and efficient. Treatment plan makes sense.

03/04/2025

Explains everything in layman's terms

02/25/2025

I feel Dr. Cottrell would listen to anyone seeking her help and would be able to ask the right questions, do testing, and perform treatment to anyone I would recommend

02/16/2025

Great caŕe

02/10/2025

She is concerned not only for my care but about me. She’s knows who I am and I think that helps so much in my care. I really appreciate her getting to know me. Not all doctors do.

02/06/2025

Confident at Dr Cottrell’s decision

02/06/2025

Listens to one's concerns.

02/03/2025

Great physician

02/02/2025

Her demeanor and accuracy regarding her work as a physician cannot be equaled by any of her colleagues.

01/27/2025

all ready have recommended her

01/15/2025

Same reason as noted above, however I was vey impressed with Dr Cottrell.

01/13/2025

She’s the best

01/07/2025

I like her very much she is a good listener and ask me questions

12/18/2024

She has help me with every issue I've had. She is easy to talk to and takes care of my needs.

12/18/2024

WONDERFUL, explains everything that I can understand. Always makes me feel like she cares what I say.

12/09/2024

very helpful and caring!

12/07/2024

She explained every thing she was going to do

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Erika R Cottrell, MD

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Pain Medicine

(317) 528-8494

Languages Spoken

Locations

Franciscan Physician Network Rehabilitation & Spine Specialists Indianapolis

Franciscan Health Mooresville

Franciscan Physician Network Rehabilitation & Spine Specialists Mooresville

Franciscan Health Indianapolis

About Me

Education

Board Certifications

Insurances Accepted

Provider Ratings

4.9 out of 5

80 Reviews

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