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Dr. Brian Potts, MD

Dr. Brian Potts, MD

Berkeley, CA

15 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Potts, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Berkeley, CA?

    Dr. Brian Potts, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Berkeley, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Potts graduated from University of California and completed his residency at University of California, Irvine Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Potts is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Potts’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Potts’s office at (925) 962-1800.

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

    • Residency: University of California, Irvine Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: University of California

    Is Dr. Potts board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Potts, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Potts speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Potts treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Potts 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. Potts. 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:

    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Slow Heart Rate
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Arrhythmia
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart
    • Bradycardia
    • Slow Pulse
    • Low Heart Rate
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
    • R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
    • R002: Palpitations
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Alcohol Abuse with Intoxication
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Alcohol use disorder
    • Problem drinking with intoxication
    • Alcohol poisoning
    • Acute alcohol intoxication

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F10129: Alcohol abuse with intoxication, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Psychosis
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Psychotic break
    • Mental break
    • Psychotic episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F29: Unspecified psychosis not due to a substance or known physiological condition

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Potts perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Brian Potts may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Potts' office.

    Does Dr. Potts accept my insurance?

    Dr. Potts accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 962-1800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Potts accept in Berkeley, CA?

    Dr. Potts in Berkeley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alameda Alliance

    • All Other Third Party

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Contra Costa

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Potts' office located?

    Dr. Brian Potts' Primary Practice

    2450 Ashby Ave

    Berkeley, CA 94705

    (925) 962-1800

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    Dr. Brian Potts' Practice 2

    350 Hawthorne Ave

    Oakland, CA 94609

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

    Dr. Potts's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073670931.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Potts?

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

    What is Dr. Brian Potts's specialty?

    Dr. Potts is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Berkeley, CA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Potts to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Brian Potts affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Potts is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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

    Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Emergency Medicine Specialist 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 Brian Potts accepting new patients in Berkeley, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Potts is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brian Potts offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Potts's office at (925) 962-1800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brian Potts?

    Please contact Dr. Potts's office at (925) 962-1800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Potts have?

    Dr. Brian Potts is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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