Dr. Donald Potter, M.D.
General Surgery
20+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
10 locations
Mayo Clinic
200 1st St Sw, Rochester, Minnesota, 55905
(507) 284-2511
Mayo Clinic
200 1st St Sw, Rochester, Minnesota, 55905
Mayo Clinic
200 1st St Sw, Rochester, Minnesota, 55905
(507) 284-2512
Third Optometric Care Of California
180 El Cerrito Plz, El Cerrito, California, 94530
(510) 526-2242
Mayo Clinic Health System-southeast Minnesota Region
200 1st St Sw, Rochester, Minnesota, 55905
(507) 284-2511
About Dr. Donald Potter
Donald Potter, M.D. is a healthcare provider practicing in Rochester, MN.
Specialty Definition
A surgeon with expertise in the management of the critically ill and postoperative patient, particularly the trauma victim, who specializes in critical care medicine diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.
26
Years Experience
10
Locations
2
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
General SurgeryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
University Of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College Of Medicine
Class of 2000
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 2 states
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 41264 | Surgery | — |
| Minnesota | 43768 | Surgery | — |
| Iowa | 41264 | Surgery | — |
| Minnesota | 43768 | Surgery |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Donald Potter
With 20 years of practice, Dr. Donald Potter is an established general surgery provider, M.D., after earning their medical degree at University Of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College Of Medicine in 2000. Dr. currently practices across 10 facilities, including Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205808490, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. Donald Potter as a lower-volume general surgery provider, treating approximately 13 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 30 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Donald Potter received $303 in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$303
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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General Surgery Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 55905
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Donald Potter
What does Dr. Donald Potter specialize in?
Dr. Donald Potter specializes in General Surgery. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Surgery.
Where does Dr. Donald Potter practice?
Dr. Donald Potter practices at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. is also affiliated with 9 additional facilities, listed below.
Does Dr. Donald Potter accept Medicare?
CartoChrome does not have a verified Medicare assignment record for Dr. Donald Potter. CMS opt-out records should be checked directly, and patients should call the practice to confirm Medicare acceptance for their specific plan.
What is Dr. Donald Potter's NPI number?
Dr. Donald Potter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205808490. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Donald Potter been practicing?
Dr. Donald Potter has approximately 20 years of practice experience, having graduated from University Of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College Of Medicine in 2000.