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Who is Dr. Potts, Physiatrist in Monroe, LA?
Dr. James Potts, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Monroe, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Potts graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School and completed his residency at Sentara Norfolk Gen Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Potts is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Potts’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Potts’s office at (318) 324-0055.
Where did Dr. Potts go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Sentara Norfolk Gen Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation | Sentara Norfolk Gen Hospital | SENTARA NORFOLK GENERAL HOSPITAL
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In Shreveport, Shreveport La | Louisiana State University Health Shreveport / School of Medicine | Eastern Virginia Medical School | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
Is Dr. Potts board certified as a Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. James Potts, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Potts speak?
Dr. Potts and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Potts typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Potts 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. Potts. 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:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
- Left Wrist Nerve Compression
- Left Hand Numbness
- Left CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Potts typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. James Potts may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Potts' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Potts accept my insurance?
Dr. Potts accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 324-0055 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Potts accept in Monroe, LA?
Dr. Potts in Monroe, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Bankers Fidelity
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
New Era Life Insurance
United American Healthcare Corp (UAHC)
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Where is Dr. Potts' office located?
Dr. James Potts' Primary Practice
312 Grammont St Ste 301
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 324-0055
What is Dr. Potts's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Potts's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649267758.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Potts?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Potts
What is Dr. James Potts's specialty?
Dr. Potts is a Physiatrist near Monroe, LA.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is this Dr. James Potts affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Potts is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 James Potts accepting new patients in Monroe, LA?
Yes, Dr. James Potts is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Potts offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Potts's office at (318) 324-0055 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Potts?
Please contact Dr. Potts's office at (318) 324-0055 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Potts have?
Dr. James Potts is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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