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MR. LEE RICHARD POTRATZ PA-C, ATC
NPI 1891787131
Physician Assistant - Surgical in Bemidji, MN

Active since August 22, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
82.64/100
CMS Quality Rating
1300 ANNE ST NW, BEMIDJI, MN 56601(218) 751-9746 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 4, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 4, 2019, Sep 11, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Mr. Lee Richard Potratz Pa-c, Atc NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

MR. LEE RICHARD POTRATZ PA-C, ATC (NPI 1891787131) is an individual surgical provider in Bemidji, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (10848) and active in the NPI registry since August 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Sanford Bemidji Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of North Dakota School Of Medicine (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1891787131
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363AS0400X
Provider Legal NameMR. LEE RICHARD POTRATZCredential: PA-C, ATC
Location Address1300 ANNE ST NWBemidji, MN 56601-5103
Mailing Address1233 34th St NwBemidji, MN 56601-5112 · (218) 333-5171
Phone(218) 751-9746
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of North Dakota School Of MedicineGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateAugust 22, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 4, 20192 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1891787131 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician Assistant · SurgicalPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363AS0400X
License✔ Licensed in MN · 10848
Also ListedSpecialist/Technologist · Athletic TrainerTaxonomy 2255A2300X · License 1402 (MN)
Also ListedPhysician AssistantTaxonomy 363A00000X · License 10848 (MN)
1300 ANNE ST NW, Bemidji, MN 56601
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Medica, Sanford Health Plan, Security Health Plan.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Mr. Lee Richard Potratz Pa-c, Atc is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID1052592920
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110224000952
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
91 services59 patients
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint 20610
This procedure involves using a needle to remove (aspiration) or introduce (injection) fluid into a large joint like the knee or hip. It can help diagnose conditions, relieve discomfort, or deliver medication directly to the joint.
36 services26 patients
Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee 27447
A bilateral knee joint replacement is a procedure where the damaged parts of both your knee joints are replaced with artificial parts. It aims to relieve pain and improve mobility. The process involves a surgical operation under anesthesia.
25 services24 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
15 services15 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
12 services11 patients
Prosthetic repair of shoulder joint, total shoulder 23472
Total shoulder prosthetic repair is a surgical procedure to replace a damaged shoulder joint with artificial components. It aims to relieve pain and restore mobility. The procedure involves replacing the ball (humeral head) and socket (glenoid) of the shoulder joint.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Sanford Bemidji Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Bemidji, MN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240100
Location1300 Anne St NWBemidji, MN 56601 · Beltrami County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Lakewood Health Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Baudette, MN
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number241301
Location600 Main Ave SBaudette, MN 56623 · Lake Of Woods County
Emergency services

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

82.64/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality88.21
Promoting Interoperability99
Improvement Activities40
Cost51.14

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Standard wheelchair K0001
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
1 supplier13 claims13 services$26.21 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

COLE HARTJE PA-C
Physician Assistant
1300 ANNE ST NW
BEMIDJI, MN 56601
Beltrami County (218) 368-6224
DONNA MARIE SHORTER PA-C
Physician Assistant
1300 ANNE ST NW
BEMIDJI, MN 56601
Beltrami County (218) 333-5000
NATALEE SCHULTZ CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1300 ANNE ST NW
BEMIDJI, MN 56601
Beltrami County (218) 751-5430
MATTHEW AARON HALLANGER D.O.
Emergency Medicine
1300 ANNE ST NW, SANFORD BEMIDJI MEDICAL CENTER
BEMIDJI, MN 56601
Beltrami County (218) 333-5519
JOHNNA NYNAS M.D.
Obstetrics & Gynecology
1300 ANNE ST NW
BEMIDJI, MN 56601
Beltrami County (218) 333-5000
MICHAEL ALAN ERICKSON CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1300 ANNE ST NW
BEMIDJI, MN 56601
Beltrami County (218) 751-5430
JOLYN SEITZ M.D.
Obstetrics & Gynecology (Obstetrics)
1300 ANNE ST NW
BEMIDJI, MN 56601
Beltrami County (218) 751-5430
JAMES BRAUNWARTH M.D.
Hospitalist
1300 ANNE ST NW
BEMIDJI, MN 56601
Beltrami County (218) 333-5000

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Lee Potratz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lee Potratz is 1891787131. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 22, 2005.

Where is Lee Potratz located?

Lee Potratz practices at 1300 Anne St NW, Bemidji, MN 56601. The listed phone number is (218) 751-9746.

What is Lee Potratz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant, specializing in Surgical, with taxonomy code 363AS0400X.

Is Lee Potratz enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lee Potratz is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Lee Potratz accept?

Health plans from Medica, Sanford Health Plan and Security Health Plan list Lee Potratz as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Lee Potratz affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Lee Potratz is affiliated with Sanford Bemidji Medical Center and Lakewood Health Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lee Potratz was last updated on October 4, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.