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Dr. Joseph Portale, MD

Pennington, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Portale, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Pennington, NJ?

    Dr. Joseph Portale, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pennington, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Portale graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University. Dr. Portale is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Portale’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Portale’s office at (609) 853-6049.

    Where did Dr. Portale go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University

    Is Dr. Portale board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Portale, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Portale speak?

    Dr. Portale and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Portale treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Portale diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Portale. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Depression
    • Clinical depression
    • Major depressive disorder
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F32A: Depression, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Back Pain
    • Backache
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Portale perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Joseph Portale may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Portale's office.

    Does Dr. Portale accept my insurance?

    Dr. Portale accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (609) 853-6049 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Portale accept in Pennington, NJ?

    Dr. Portale in Pennington, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Carepoint Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Healthfirst

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Portale's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Portale's Primary Practice

    1 Capital Way

    Pennington, NJ 08534

    (609) 853-6049

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    Dr. Joseph Portale's Practice 2

    1 Plainsboro Rd

    Plainsboro, NJ 08536

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    Dr. Joseph Portale's Practice 3

    750 Brunswick Ave

    Trenton, NJ 08638

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    What is Dr. Portale's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Portale's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255505350.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Portale?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Portale

    What is Dr. Joseph Portale's specialty?

    Dr. Portale is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Pennington, NJ. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Portale to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Portale affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Portale is affiliated with Capital Health Medical Center - Hopewell which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Joseph Portale accepting new patients in Pennington, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Portale is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Portale offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Portale's office at (609) 853-6049 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Portale?

    Please contact Dr. Portale's office at (609) 853-6049 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Portale have?

    Dr. Joseph Portale is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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