40 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Poterucha, Internist in Rochester, MN?
Dr. Thomas Poterucha, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Rochester, MN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Poterucha graduated from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science and completed his residency at Mayo Clinic. He is a member of the Minnesota Medical Association/Zumbro Valley. Dr. Poterucha is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Poterucha’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Poterucha’s office at (507) 284-2511.
Where did Dr. Poterucha go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Fellow: Mayo Graduate School of Medicine, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
Residency: Mayo Clinic
Medical School: Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science
Is Dr. Poterucha board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Poterucha, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Poterucha speak?
Dr. Poterucha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Poterucha typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Poterucha 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. Poterucha. 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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Poterucha typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Poterucha 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. Poterucha. 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:
- 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:
- Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
- Impacted earwax removal
- Ear lavage
- Ear syringing
CPT Codes:
- 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Does Dr. Poterucha accept my insurance?
Dr. Poterucha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (507) 284-2511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Poterucha accept in Rochester, MN?
Dr. Poterucha in Rochester, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advantage
All Other Third Party
AMA Insurance Services
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medica Group
Medicare
State of Minnesota
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Poterucha's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Minnesota Medical Association/Zumbro Valley
Member
What is Dr. Poterucha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Poterucha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093793978.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Poterucha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Poterucha
What is Dr. Thomas Poterucha's specialty?
Dr. Poterucha is a Internist near Rochester, MN.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Thomas Poterucha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Poterucha is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus. 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 Thomas Poterucha accepting new patients in Rochester, MN?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Poterucha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Poterucha offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Poterucha's office at (507) 284-2511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Poterucha?
Please contact Dr. Poterucha's office at (507) 284-2511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Poterucha have?
Dr. Thomas Poterucha is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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