Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Potter, Neurologist in Providence, RI?
Dr. Nicholas Potter, MD, PHD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Providence, RI. He is board certified. Dr. Potter graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Potter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Potter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Potter’s office at (401) 444-2734.
Where did Dr. Potter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Massachusetts General Hospital, Fellow | Massachusetts General Hospital, Fellow:Neurocritical Care | Brigham & Women's Hospital, Fellow:Neurocritical Care
Residency: Cleveland Clinic
Medical School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Potter board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Potter, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Urology since 2008
What languages does Dr. Potter speak?
Dr. Potter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Potter typically treat?
As a Neurologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Other Brain Disorder
- Pressure on the Brain
- Brain Disease
- Various Brain Conditions
- Uncommon Brain Problems
- Specified Brain Disease
- Brain Compression
- Intracranial Pressure
- Brain Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
- G935: Compression of brain
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Intracerebral Hemorrhage
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain bleed
- ICH
- Bleeding in the brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- I610: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage in hemisphere, subcortical
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Potter typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Nicholas Potter may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
Please contact Dr. Potter's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Potter accept my insurance?
Dr. Potter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 444-2734 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Potter accept in Providence, RI?
Dr. Potter in Providence, RI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Martin's Point Health Care
Medicare
Point32Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Potter's office located?
Recognitions
Awards
UCNS Board Certified in Neurocritical Care
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 1457471344.
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. Nicholas Potter's specialty?
Dr. Potter is a Neurologist near Providence, RI.
What does a Neurologist do?
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Is this Dr. Nicholas Potter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Potter is affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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
When to see a Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nicholas Potter accepting new patients in Providence, RI?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Potter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicholas Potter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Potter's office at (401) 444-2734 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Potter?
Please contact Dr. Potter's office at (401) 444-2734 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nicholas Potter have?
Dr. Nicholas Potter is certified by the American Board of Urology.
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