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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Torres Potter, Endocrinologist in Sioux City, IA?
Dr. Losty Torres Potter, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Sioux City, IA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Torres Potter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Torres Potter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Torres Potter’s office at (712) 279-2950.
What languages does Dr. Torres Potter speak?
Dr. Torres Potter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Torres Potter typically treat?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Torres 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. Torres 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 here.
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
- Overactive Thyroid
- Thyrotoxicosis
- High Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0590: Thyrotoxicosis, unspecified without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 1
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Torres Potter typically perform?
As an Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Losty Torres Potter may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
Please contact Dr. Torres Potter's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Torres Potter accept my insurance?
Dr. Torres Potter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (712) 279-2950 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Torres Potter accept in Sioux City, IA?
Dr. Torres Potter in Sioux City, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medica Group
Medicare
State of Iowa
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Torres Potter's office located?
Dr. Losty Torres Potter's Primary Practice
801 5th St
Sioux City, IA 51101
(712) 279-2950
What is Dr. Torres Potter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Torres Potter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619358603.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Torres Potter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Torres Potter
What is Dr. Losty Torres Potter's specialty?
Dr. Torres Potter is a Endocrinologist near Sioux City, IA.
What does an Endocrinologist do?
An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.
Is this Dr. Losty Torres Potter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Torres Potter is affiliated with Unitypoint Health - St. Luke's, St. Anthony Regional Hospital, Avera Sacred Heart Hospital 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
When to see an Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Losty Torres Potter accepting new patients in Sioux City, IA?
Yes, Dr. Losty Torres Potter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Losty Torres Potter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Torres Potter's office at (712) 279-2950 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Losty Torres Potter?
Please contact Dr. Torres Potter's office at (712) 279-2950 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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