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Dr. Michael Potter, MD

Dr. Michael Potter, MD

Newport News, VA

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Potter, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Newport News, VA?

    Dr. Michael Potter, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Newport News, VA. He has been practicing for over 23 years. Dr. Potter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Potter’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Potter’s office at (757) 327-0657.

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

    • Medical School: Texas A & M University System Health Science Center College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Potter speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Potter treat?

    As an Orthopedic Sports 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.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder
    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Left Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort
    • Sore Left Hip
    • Left Hip Ache
    • Left Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip
    • M25552: Pain in left hip

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Right Trochanteric Bursitis
    • Left Hip Bursitis
    • Bursitis
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Hip Bursitis
    • Inflamed Right Hip Bursa
    • Right Greater Trochanteric Bursitis
    • Left Trochanteric Bursitis
    • Inflamed left hip bursa
    • Left hip joint inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7061: Trochanteric bursitis, right hip
    • M7062: Trochanteric bursitis, left hip

    Also known as:

    • Right Elbow Pain
    • Elbow Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Aching right elbow
    • Sore right elbow
    • Right elbow discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25521: Pain in right elbow

    Also known as:

    • Right Ankle and Foot Pain
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Ankle
    • Sore Right Foot
    • Aching Right Ankle and Foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot

    Also known as:

    • Kneecap and Thigh Bone Problems
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome', 'Runner's Knee
    • Anterior Knee Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M222X1: Patellofemoral disorders, right knee

    What procedures does Dr. Potter perform?

    As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, 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:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Hip Arthrography Injection
    • Shoulder Arthrography Injection
    • Diagnostic Imaging
    • Hip Contrast Injection
    • Arthrography of Hip
    • Hip Joint Dye Injection
    • Hip Joint Imaging Injection
    • Shoulder MRI Injection
    • Shoulder CT Injection
    • Joint Injection for Imaging
    • Contrast Injection for Shoulder Scan

    CPT Codes:

    • 27093: Injection procedure for hip arthrography; without anesthesia
    • 23350: Injection procedure for shoulder arthrography or enhanced CT/MRI shoulder arthrography

    Also known as:

    • Needle Insertion into Muscle
    • Dry Needling (1-2 Muscles)
    • Muscle Needle Treatment
    • Therapeutic Needle Insertion

    CPT Codes:

    • 20560: Needle insertion(s) without injection(s); 1 or 2 muscle(s)

    Does Dr. Potter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Potter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 327-0657 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Potter accept in Newport News, VA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Fox Insurance Company

    • Inland Empire

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Potter's office located?

    Dr. Michael Potter's Primary Practice

    860 Omni Blvd Ste 113

    Newport News, VA 23606

    (757) 327-0657

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    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 1730189077.

    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. Michael Potter's specialty?

    Dr. Potter is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Newport News, VA. An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices. Contact Dr. Potter to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Potter is affiliated with Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center, Riverside Regional Medical Center, Sentara CarePlex Hospital, Riverside Doctors' Hospital Williamsburg, Sentara Obici Hospital, Riverside Walter Reed 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

    Where can I learn more about Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Michael Potter accepting new patients in Newport News, VA?

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

    Does Dr. Michael Potter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Potter's office at (757) 327-0657 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Potter?

    Please contact Dr. Potter's office at (757) 327-0657 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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