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Who is Dr. Potter, Family Medicine Specialist in Lackey, KY?
Dr. Ira Potter, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lackey, KY. Dr. Potter graduated from University of Kentucky College of Medicine and completed his residency at Memorial Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Potter is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Potter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Potter’s office at (606) 358-2381.
Where did Dr. Potter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Memorial Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Memorial Med Center | MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER
Medical School: University of Ky Coll of Med, Lexington Ky | University of Kentucky College of Medicine
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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Potter typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Drug Abuse in Remission
- Substance Abuse Recovery
- Drug Addiction Recovery
- Substance Use Disorder in Remission
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1911: Other psychoactive substance abuse, in remission
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Potter typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ira Potter may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Potter's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Potter accept my insurance?
Dr. Potter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (606) 358-2381 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Potter accept in Lackey, KY?
Dr. Potter in Lackey, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Potter's office located?
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 1942208590.
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. Ira Potter's specialty?
Dr. Potter is a Family Medicine Specialist near Lackey, KY.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Ira Potter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Potter is affiliated with Hazard Arh Regional Medical Center, Pikeville Medical Center 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ira Potter accepting new patients in Lackey, KY?
Yes, Dr. Ira Potter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ira Potter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Potter's office at (606) 358-2381 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ira Potter?
Please contact Dr. Potter's office at (606) 358-2381 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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