Jeffrey J. Pothof
University Hospital Med Flight
600 Highland Ave, 
Madison, WI 

Overview

Dr. Jeff Pothof serves as the chief quality officer for UW Health. In this role, he leads initiatives to improve health care quality, safety, affordability and patient experiences. Dr. Pothof is also an emergency flight physician for UW HealthMed Flight. As an emergency flight physician, he treats patients in the field facing critical conditions that include breathing difficulties, chest pain, severe infections, head and neck injuries, strokes and burns.Dr. Pothof became a doctor so he could have a meaningful, positive impact on the lives of patients experiencing the worst days of their lives. To provide the best emergency care, he considers the most relevant medical evidence that aligns with a patient’s personal experiences, values and perspectives. When his patients cannot communicate, given the severity of their conditions, he seeks to treat them like family members, keeping their best interests in mind.In his free time, Dr. Pothof enjoys hiking, fishing and traveling with his family.

His clinical expertise encompasses Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT), Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT), and Atrial Tachycardia.

Dr. Pothof is board certified in Emergency Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Pothof is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Emergency Medicine

Licenses

Emergency Medicine in WI

Board Certifications

Emergency Medicine

Hospital Affiliations

Department Of Emergency Medicine

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Group Health Cooperative
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Quartz Health Plan
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

University Hospital Med Flight
600 Highland Ave, Madison, WI 53792

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Jeffrey J. Pothof

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Jeffrey J. Pothof?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Jeffrey J. Pothof by calling their office at 608-263-3258. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Jeffrey J. Pothof a top-rated expert for Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jeffrey J. Pothof is classified as an Experienced expert for Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Jeffrey J. Pothof specialize in?

While Dr. Jeffrey J. Pothof is a Emergency Medicine, they have specific expertise in Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT), and Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Emergency Medicine.

Does Dr. Jeffrey J. Pothof participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Jeffrey J. Pothof has published 5 articles and abstracts on conditions like Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST). You can view a list of Dr. Jeffrey J. Pothof's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Jeffrey J. Pothof accept my insurance?

Dr. Jeffrey J. Pothof accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 608-263-3258 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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