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35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Potkin, Cardiologist in Watsonville, CA?
Dr. Benjamin Potkin, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Watsonville, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Potkin graduated from Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center and completed his residency at Washington Hosp Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Potkin is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Potkin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Potkin’s office at (831) 761-1680.
Where did Dr. Potkin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Washington Hosp Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | National Institute Health | UC Irvine Medical Center
Medical School: Rush Med Coll of Rush University, Chicago Il | Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center
Is Dr. Potkin board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Potkin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Potkin speak?
Dr. Potkin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Potkin typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Potkin 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. Potkin. 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:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
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:
- Right Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
- Right Carotid Artery Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
Also known as:
- Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Cardiac murmur
- Abnormal heart sound
- Heart sound abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Potkin typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Potkin may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Potkin's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Potkin accept my insurance?
Dr. Potkin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 761-1680 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Potkin accept in Watsonville, CA?
Dr. Potkin in Watsonville, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Santa Cruz County
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Potkin's office located?
What is Dr. Potkin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Potkin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740335090.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Potkin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Potkin
What is Dr. Benjamin Potkin's specialty?
Dr. Potkin is a Cardiologist near Watsonville, CA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Potkin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Potkin is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford 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
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Is Benjamin Potkin accepting new patients in Watsonville, CA?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Potkin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Potkin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Potkin's office at (831) 761-1680 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Potkin?
Please contact Dr. Potkin's office at (831) 761-1680 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Potkin have?
Dr. Benjamin Potkin is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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