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Dr. William Potter, MD

Dr. William Potter, MD

Stamford, CT

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Potter, Ophthalmologist in Stamford, CT?

    Dr. William Potter, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Stamford, CT with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Potter completed his residency at Wills Eye Hosp, Ophthalmology; Ny Eye Ear Infirmary, Ophthalmology; Danbury Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Potter is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Potter’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Potter’s office at (203) 869-3082.

    Where did Dr. Potter go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Radiation Oncology

    • Residency: Wills Eye Hosp, Ophthalmology; Ny Eye Ear Infirmary, Ophthalmology; Danbury Hosp, Internal Medicine | New York Eye and Ear Infirmary

    • Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny

    Is Dr. Potter board certified in Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. William Potter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Potter speak?

    Dr. Potter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Potter treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Potter diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Potter. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Other Vision Problems
    • Visual Discomfort
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Other visual disturbances
    • Unspecified vision issues
    • Various eye problems
    • Eye strain
    • Eye fatigue
    • Uncomfortable vision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H538: Other visual disturbances
    • H53143: Visual discomfort, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Nearsightedness
    • Farsightedness
    • Age-Related Farsightedness
    • Refractive Errors
    • Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
    • Myopia
    • Difficulty Seeing Far Away
    • Blurry Distance Vision
    • Hyperopia
    • Long-sightedness
    • Hypermetropia
    • Presbyopia
    • Aging Eyes
    • Difficulty Reading Up Close

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5213: Myopia, bilateral
    • H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
    • H524: Presbyopia

    Also known as:

    • Alternating Crossed Eyes
    • Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
    • Crossed Eyes
    • Alternating Walleye
    • Eye Movement Disorder
    • Alternating esotropia
    • Eyes take turns crossing
    • Intermittent esotropia
    • Intermittent Alternating Wall Eyes
    • Intermittent Alternating Divergent Strabismus
    • Temporary Wall Eye
    • Esotropia
    • Convergent strabismus
    • Inward turning eye
    • Alternating exotropia
    • Eyes take turns turning out
    • Intermittent exotropia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5005: Alternating esotropia
    • H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
    • H50011: Monocular esotropia, right eye
    • H5015: Alternating exotropia

    Also known as:

    • Other Eyelid Birth Defects
    • Birth Defects
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Various Congenital Eyelid Abnormalities
    • Rare Eyelid Malformations
    • Infant Eyelid Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q103: Other congenital malformations of eyelid

    Also known as:

    • Refractive Amblyopia
    • Amblyopia
    • Refractive Errors
    • Lazy eye from refractive error
    • Anisometropic amblyopia
    • Refractive lazy eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H53021: Refractive amblyopia, right eye
    • H53023: Refractive amblyopia, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Lazy Eye
    • Amblyopia
    • Refractive Errors
    • Refractive Amblyopia
    • Vision Loss from Unequal Focus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H53022: Refractive amblyopia, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eyes
    • Tears
    • Dry eye syndrome
    • Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
    • Ocular dryness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Benign Choroid Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Eye Disease
    • Non-cancerous choroid growth
    • Benign choroidal neoplasm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D3132: Benign neoplasm of left choroid

    Also known as:

    • Convergence Insufficiency
    • Eye Movement Disorder
    • Convergence disorder
    • Eye teaming problem
    • Near vision difficulty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5111: Convergence insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Allergic Pink Eye
    • Atopic Conjunctivitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H1013: Acute atopic conjunctivitis, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Retinopathy of Prematurity
    • Premature Babies
    • Retinal Disorder
    • ROP
    • Premature Retinopathy
    • Retinal Disease in Premature Babies

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35113: Retinopathy of prematurity, stage 0, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Blepharitis
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Inflamed eyelids
    • Eyelid margin inflammation
    • Crusty eyelids
    • Eyelid irritation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H01001: Unspecified blepharitis right upper eyelid

    Does Dr. Potter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Potter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 869-3082 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Potter accept in Stamford, CT?

    Dr. Potter in Stamford, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Medicare

    • State of Connecticut

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Potter's office located?

    Dr. William Potter's Primary Practice

    2046 W Main St Ste 2

    Stamford, CT 06902

    (203) 869-3082

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    Dr. William Potter's Practice 2

    4 Dearfield Dr

    Greenwich, CT 06831

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    What is Dr. Potter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Potter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205834645.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Potter?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Potter

    What is Dr. William Potter's specialty?

    Dr. Potter is a Ophthalmologist near Stamford, CT. An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health. Contact Dr. Potter to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. William Potter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Potter is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Ophthalmologist?

    Explore Ophthalmologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is William Potter accepting new patients in Stamford, CT?

    Yes, Dr. William Potter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Potter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Potter's office at (203) 869-3082 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with William Potter?

    Please contact Dr. Potter's office at (203) 869-3082 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. William Potter have?

    Dr. William Potter is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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