Summary

Dr. Ruth Potee is a family medicine physician with 27 years of experience helping patients and families with comprehensive healthcare needs. She earned her medical degree from Yale University School of Medicine and has developed particular expertise in substance use disorders and addiction medicine. Dr. Potee speaks both English and Spanish, allowing her to serve diverse communities throughout Massachusetts.

Dr. Potee practices at multiple locations across Massachusetts, including Orange, Greenfield, Springfield, Northampton, Boston, and Lawrence, with affiliations at Baystate Franklin Medical Center, Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Boston Medical Center, Mercy Medical Center, and Baystate Medical Center. She specializes in treating substance use disorders, including heroin addiction and teen substance abuse issues. Her practice includes drug screening services for substances like benzodiazepines, marijuana, and cocaine to support patient care and recovery planning. Patients rate Dr. Potee 4.0 out of 5 stars for her compassionate approach to addiction treatment and family medicine care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 27 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Yale University School Of Medicine
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 8 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Ruth Alexandra Potee has 8 locations

Bhn Orange Opioid Treatment Program

119 NEW ATHOL RD STE 210ORANGE, MA 01364
Mon6:00 am - 1:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 1:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 1:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 1:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 1:00 pm
Sat7:00 am - 11:00 am
Sun7:00 am - 11:00 am

Mercy Medical Center

271 Carew StSpringfield, MA 01104

Baystate Medical Center

759 Chestnut StSpringfield, MA 01199

Cooley Dickinson Hospital

30 Locust StNorthampton, MA 01060

Boston Medical Center

1 Boston Medical Ctr PlBoston, MA 02118

Behavioral Health Network Inc

395 Liberty StSpringfield, MA 01104
Mon5:30 am - 6:30 pm
Tue5:30 am - 6:30 pm
Wed5:30 am - 6:30 pm
Thu5:30 am - 6:30 pm
Fri5:30 am - 6:30 pm
Sat7:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sun7:00 am - 12:00 pm

Merrimack Health Lawrence Hospital

1 General StLawrence, MA 01841

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Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ruth Alexandra Potee

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ruth Alexandra Potee has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ruth Alexandra Potee has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Pediatrics
  • Prenatal Care
  • Weight Loss
  • Women's Health

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

Dr. Ruth Alexandra Potee holds an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Yale University School Of Medicine in 1999.

NPI Number

Dr. Potee's NPI number is 1699750711.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Which hospitals is Dr. Ruth Potee affiliated with?
Dr. Ruth Potee is affiliated with Baystate Franklin Medical Center, COOLEY DICKINSON HOSPITAL, Boston Medical Center, Mercy Medical Center, and Baystate Medical Center.
Does Dr. Ruth Potee accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Ruth Potee accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Ruth Potee accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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