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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Potenza, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Marissa Potenza is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Potenza is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Potenza’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Potenza’s office at (202) 741-2911.
What languages does Dr. Potenza speak?
Dr. Potenza and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Potenza treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Potenza 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. Potenza. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest Wall Pain
- Pleural Disorder
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
- Pleurisy pain', 'Devil's grip
- Bornholm disease
- Pleurodynia
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
- R0781: Pleurodynia
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Suicidal Thoughts
- Suicide
- Suicidal ideation
- Thoughts of ending life
- Self-harm thoughts
ICD-10 Codes:
- R45851: Suicidal ideations
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, 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
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Potenza perform as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Marissa Potenza may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Potenza's office.
Does Dr. Potenza accept my insurance?
Dr. Potenza accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 741-2911 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Potenza accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Potenza in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
District of Columbia
Express Scripts
Independence Blue Cross
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Maryland
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Potenza's office located?
Dr. Marissa Potenza's Primary Practice
900 23rd St NW
Washington, DC 20037
(202) 741-2911
What is Dr. Potenza's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Potenza's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760844880.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Potenza?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Potenza
What is Dr. Marissa Potenza's specialty?
Dr. Potenza is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Washington, DC. 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. Potenza to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Marissa Potenza affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Potenza is affiliated with George Washington University Hospital, MedStar Washington Hospital Center, Albany Medical Center, MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, Inova Alexandria 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
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Is Marissa Potenza accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Marissa Potenza is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Marissa Potenza offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Potenza's office at (202) 741-2911 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Marissa Potenza?
Please contact Dr. Potenza's office at (202) 741-2911 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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