Alexander Potermin, M.D.
NPI 1407842958 · Family Medicine Physician · Buffalo Grove, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Alexander Potermin, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Buffalo Grove, IL (NPI 1407842958).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1407842958
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 36104917 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
919 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Residence Visit for Established Patient With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 40 Minutes99349 | 429 | $129 |
| Physician Or Allowed Practitioner Supervision of a Patient Receiving Medicare-Covered Services Provided By a Participating Home Health Agency (patient Not Present) Requiring Complex and Multidisciplinary Care Modalities Involving Regular Physician Or AllowG0181 | 142 | $106 |
| Physician Supervision of a Patient Under a Medicare-Approved Hospice (patient Not Present) Requiring Complex and Multidisciplinary Care Modalities Involving Regular Physician Development And/Or Revision of Care Plans, Review of Subsequent Reports of PatienG0182 | 115 | $106 |
| Physician Or Allowed Practitioner Certification for Medicare-Covered Home Health Services Under a Home Health Plan of Care (patient Not Present), Including Contacts With Home Health Agency and Review of Reports of Patient Status Required By Physicians andG0180 | 96 | $55 |
| Residence Visit for Established Patient With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 232 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 1,516 | 119 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 1,404 | 134 |
| Quetiapine Fumarate | 1,236 | 97 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 908 | 98 |
| Furosemide | 849 | 91 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 827 | 62 |
| Omeprazole |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-09-21
- Last updated
- 2026-04-05
- Certified
- 2026-04-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Alexander Potermin's NPI number?
- Alexander Potermin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1407842958, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Alexander Potermin's specialty?
- Alexander Potermin is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Alexander Potermin located?
- Alexander Potermin's practice location on file with NPPES is 250 Mchenry Rd Apt 741, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089-6898.
- What is Alexander Potermin's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Alexander Potermin is (847) 354-8086.
- Does Alexander Potermin accept Medicare?
- Alexander Potermin is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Alexander Potermin's NPI active?
- Yes — Alexander Potermin's NPI (1407842958) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-04-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.