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Dr. Elisabeth Potter, MD

Dr. Elisabeth Potter, MD

Austin, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Potter, Plastic Surgeon in Austin, TX?

    Dr. Elisabeth Potter, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Austin, TX with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Potter completed her residency at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. She is a member of the Travis County Medical Society. Dr. Potter is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Potter’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Potter’s office at (512) 867-2611.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Potter?

    Dr. Elisabeth Potter, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Plastic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Potter empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery, Cancer Reconstruction, Cosmetic Surgery-Face & Body, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Austin/TX community, Dr. Potter is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: MD Anderson | MD Anderson | MD Anderson

    • Residency: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center | University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center | University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

    • Medical School: Princeton | Emory Univeristy School of Medicine | Princeton | Emory Univeristy School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Potter board certified as a Plastic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Elisabeth Potter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery since 2014

    What languages does Dr. Potter speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Potter treat?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Uneven Reconstructed Breasts
    • Breast Disease
    • Breast Reconstruction
    • Breast implant disproportion
    • Asymmetrical reconstructed breasts
    • Reconstructed breast imbalance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N651: Disproportion of reconstructed breast

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Breast Disorder
    • Breast Disease
    • Various breast conditions
    • Miscellaneous breast ailments
    • Specific breast problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N6489: Other specified disorders of breast

    Also known as:

    • Lost both breasts (double mastectomy)
    • Mastectomy
    • Double mastectomy
    • Bilateral breast removal
    • Absence of both breasts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9013: Acquired absence of bilateral breasts and nipples

    Also known as:

    • Breast implant hardening
    • Breast Reconstruction
    • Capsular contracture
    • Breast implant scar tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8544XA: Capsular contracture of breast implant, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Past breast cancer
    • Previous mammary malignancy
    • History of breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Mammary cancer
    • Breast carcinoma
    • Breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast

    Also known as:

    • External Surgical Wound Opening
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • External wound dehiscence
    • Surgical incision separation
    • Outer wound rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8131XA: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy
    • Breast Reconstruction
    • Post-mastectomy breast reconstruction
    • Breast implant after mastectomy
    • Rebuilding breast after cancer surgery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z421: Encounter for breast reconstruction following mastectomy

    What procedures does Dr. Potter perform?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Potter performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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.

    Also known as:

    • Breast Tissue Expander Placement
    • Breast Implant Insertion After Mastectomy
    • Tissue Expander to Permanent Implant Exchange
    • Breast Reconstruction
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Breast Reconstruction with Expanders
    • Tissue Expander Surgery (Breast)
    • Breast Implant Preparation
    • Delayed Breast Reconstruction
    • Breast Implant Placement (Post-Mastectomy)
    • Secondary Breast Augmentation
    • Reconstructive Breast Surgery
    • Breast implant exchange
    • Breast reconstruction second stage
    • Expander removal and implant placement
    • Permanent breast implant surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 19357: Tissue expander placement in breast reconstruction, including subsequent expansion(s)
    • 19342: Insertion or replacement of breast implant on separate day from mastectomy
    • 11970: Replacement of tissue expander with permanent implant

    Also known as:

    • Autologous Fat Grafting (Body)
    • Additional Fat Transfer (Body, Breasts, Scalp)
    • Fat Transfer
    • Liposuction with Fat Injection
    • Body Fat Graft
    • Autologous Fat Injection
    • Liposuction Fat Grafting
    • Body Fat Transfer

    CPT Codes:

    • 15771: Grafting of autologous fat harvested by liposuction technique to trunk, breasts, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 50 cc or less injectate
    • 15772: Grafting of autologous fat harvested by liposuction technique to trunk, breasts, scalp, arms, and/or legs; each additional 50 cc injectate, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
    • Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Additional Area)
    • Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
    • Local Flap Surgery
    • Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)
    • Skin Flap Surgery
    • Tissue Rearrangement
    • Local Flap Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 14301: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; defect 30.1 sq cm to 60.0 sq cm
    • 14302: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; each additional 30.0 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Breast Implant Capsule Revision
    • Breast Reconstruction Revision
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Capsulectomy (Breast Implant)
    • Capsulotomy (Breast Implant)
    • Breast Implant Scar Tissue Removal
    • Corrective Breast Reconstruction Surgery
    • Breast Implant Revision
    • Flap Revision for Breast Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 19370: Revision of peri-implant capsule, breast, including capsulotomy, capsulorrhaphy, and/or partial capsulectomy
    • 19380: Revision of reconstructed breast (eg, significant removal of tissue, re-advancement and/or re-inset of flaps in autologous reconstruction or significant capsular revision combined with soft tissue excision in implant-based reconstruction)

    Also known as:

    • Simple Mastectomy
    • Mastectomy
    • Complete Mastectomy
    • Breast Removal Surgery
    • Total Mastectomy
    • Unilateral Mastectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete

    Also known as:

    • Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Trunk)
    • Skin Flap Surgery
    • Local Flap Reconstruction
    • Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
    • Skin Repair Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 14001: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, trunk; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm

    Also known as:

    • Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
    • Lymph Node Identification
    • Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
    • Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes

    CPT Codes:

    • 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Axillary Lymph Node Excision
    • Open Axillary Node Biopsy
    • Underarm Lymph Node Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)

    Does Dr. Potter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Potter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (512) 867-2611 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Potter accept in Austin, TX?

    Dr. Potter in Austin, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Baylor Scott & White Health

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • Sendero Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Potter's office located?

    Dr. Elisabeth Potter's Primary Practice

    6818 Austin Center Blvd Ste 204

    Austin, TX 78731

    (512) 867-2611

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    Dr. Elisabeth Potter's Practice 2

    1101 W 34th St Ste 321

    Austin, TX 78705

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    Travis County Medical Society

    Member

    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 1346438603.

    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. Elisabeth Potter's specialty?

    Dr. Potter is a Plastic Surgeon near Austin, TX. A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction. Contact Dr. Potter to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Elisabeth Potter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Potter is affiliated with Ascension Seton Medical Center - Austin, TX 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 Elisabeth Potter accepting new patients in Austin, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Elisabeth Potter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Elisabeth Potter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Potter's office at (512) 867-2611 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Elisabeth Potter?

    Please contact Dr. Potter's office at (512) 867-2611 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Elisabeth Potter have?

    Dr. Elisabeth Potter is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.

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