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Erika R Cottrell, MD

Erika R Cottrell, MD

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Pain Medicine
(317) 528-8494
Franciscan Physician Network
Languages Spoken
English

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Provider Ratings

4.9 out of 5 (139 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
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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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Franciscan Physician Network Rehabilitation & Spine Specialists Mooresville

1199 Hadley Road
Suite 104
Mooresville, IN 46158

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Monday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Franciscan Physician Network Rehabilitation & Spine Specialists Mooresville
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About Me

Education

Medical School:
Indiana University School of Medicine

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
  • Managed Health Services
  • Managed Health Services MarketPlace
  • Medicaid IN
  • Medicare IN
  • Medicare Rail Road
  • MultiPlan/PHCS
  • Sagamore
  • SIHO
  • Tricare/Humana Military
  • United Health Care
  • United Health Care Medicaid
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Provider Ratings

4.9 out of 5

(139 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.

79 Reviews

03/04/2026

She is very knowledgeable and takes the time to listen to you to see exactly what the problems are then acts accordingly

03/02/2026

She was excellent

02/24/2026

Same as above and easy to be talk to and get questions answered.

02/24/2026

She was so kind listened to all my concerns and understood. I was so grateful she was able to see me.

02/10/2026

Explained possibilities

02/07/2026

Direct and very good speaking.

01/28/2026

Very knowledgeable.

01/25/2026

She has vast experience in pain management and is very knowledgeable in her field of expertise

01/24/2026

They were gentle and kind when discussing why I was there.

01/20/2026

Dr. Cottrell has all the outstanding attributes that a good physician should have and her dedication to her patients’ needs and concerns is always at the top of her priority list. When you leave there, you know that you can trust her intentions and her commitment to giving you the best medical care and advice.

12/16/2025

Dr. Cottrell is great, listens, explaining everything.

12/09/2025

Explained everything to me. Listened to me

12/08/2025

I really like doctor cottrell, she's very personable, and I like that out of a doctor

12/06/2025

Her manner & personality was very comforting & I felt very comfortable with her.

12/01/2025

Dr Erika Cottrell was recommended to me by a friend; I was wanting a 2nd opinion. I had seen a spine specialist in Bloominton. Again... she seemed very professional, knowledgeable, caring, kind, and took the time to really explain the different options that I have. I'm so glad I made the appt and that she took the time to consult with me.

12/01/2025

so caring

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

She’s down to earth easy to talk to

08/18/2025

Competent caring and knowledgeable

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

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

06/16/2025

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

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

Very pleasant,knowledgeably her staff is top notch.

06/03/2025

She explains everything very well

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

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

04/14/2025

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

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.
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