Summary

Dr. Michael Potter is a family medicine physician with 36 years of experience providing comprehensive care to patients of all ages. He earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and has dedicated over three decades to helping families maintain their health and manage chronic conditions. Dr. Potter speaks English and brings extensive knowledge to his practice.

Dr. Potter is affiliated with UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights and practices at the Family Medicine Center at Lakeshore in San Francisco, California. He specializes in managing diabetes, including Type 2 diabetes in both adults and children. His services include routine blood work and preventive care such as COVID-19 vaccinations. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.6 stars, reflecting their confidence in his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 36 years of experience
  • 38 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Harvard Medical School
  • 7 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Family Medicine Center at Lakeshore

1569 Sloat Blvd Ste 333San Francisco, CA 94132

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Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Michael Potter

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicare
  • Brand New Day
  • CenCal Health
  • Chinese Community Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • GEHA
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • SutterSelect
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Michael Potter has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Michael Potter has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

Michael Potter holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Harvard Medical School in 1990.

NPI Number

Michael Potter's NPI number is 1952347288.

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What languages does Michael Potter speak?
Michael Potter speaks English.
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Which hospitals is Michael Potter affiliated with?
Michael Potter is affiliated with Ucsf Helen Diller Medical Center At Parnassus Heights.

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