13 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Portela, Otolaryngologist in Boca Raton, FL?
Dr. Rafael Portela, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Boca Raton, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 13 years and is board certified. Dr. Portela completed his residency at Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. Dr. Portela is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Portela’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Portela’s office at (305) 662-8316.
Where did Dr. Portela go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
What languages does Dr. Portela speak?
Dr. Portela and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Portela treat?
As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Portela 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. Portela. 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:
- Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
- Chronic Tonsillitis and Adenoiditis
- Adenoids
- Tonsillitis
- Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils and adenoids
- Big tonsils and adenoids
- Persistent tonsil and adenoid infection
- Long-term tonsil and adenoid inflammation
- Recurrent tonsil and adenoid issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids
- J3503: Chronic tonsillitis and adenoiditis
Also known as:
- Chronic Adenoiditis
- Enlarged Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Persistent adenoid infection
- Long-term adenoid inflammation
- Recurrent adenoiditis
- Adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen adenoids
- Big adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3502: Chronic adenoiditis
- J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Eustachian Tube Disorder
- Ear Disorder
- Eustachian Tube Problem
- Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
- Bilateral Eustachian Tube Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6993: Unspecified Eustachian tube disorder, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Eustachian Tube Problems
- Ear Disorder
- Eustachian Tube Disorders
- Ear Tube Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6983: Other specified disorders of Eustachian tube, bilateral
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- Chronic Tonsillitis
- Tonsillitis
- Persistent tonsil infection
- Long-term tonsil inflammation
- Recurrent tonsillitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3501: Chronic tonsillitis
Also known as:
- Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
- Nosebleed
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Turbinate hypertrophy
- Swollen turbinates
- Congested turbinates
- Epistaxis
- Bleeding nose
- Nasal hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates
- R040: Epistaxis
Also known as:
- Deviated Septum
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Crooked nose septum
- Nasal blockage
- Septal deviation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J342: Deviated nasal septum
Also known as:
- Chronic Pansinusitis
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic widespread sinus infection
- All sinus inflammation
- Long-term sinus problems
- Chronic sinus infection
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J324: Chronic pansinusitis
- J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6533: Chronic mucoid otitis media, bilateral
- H66006: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, recurrent, bilateral
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils
- Tonsil hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils
- Big tonsils
ICD-10 Codes:
- J351: Hypertrophy of tonsils
Also known as:
- Chronic Rhinitis
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Chronic runny nose
- Persistent nasal inflammation
- Long-term stuffy nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J310: Chronic rhinitis
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergy
- Chronic allergy symptoms
- Allergic reactions
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3089: Other allergic rhinitis
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Which procedures does Dr. Portela perform as a Otolaryngologist?
As a Otolaryngologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Rafael Portela may include:
- Adenoidectomy Consultation
- Adenoidectomy Follow Up
- Allergy Consultation
- Balloon Sinuplasty (BSP)
- Cancer Screening
- Cochlear Implant
- Ear Deformity and Reconstruction
- Ear Surgery Consultation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Portela's office.
Does Dr. Portela accept my insurance?
Dr. Portela accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 662-8316 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Portela accept in Boca Raton, FL?
Dr. Portela in Boca Raton, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
AvMed Health Plan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Gilsbar
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Portela's office located?
Dr. Rafael Portela's Primary Practice
900 NW 13th St Ste 206
Boca Raton, FL 33486
(305) 662-8316
What is Dr. Portela's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Portela's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134386675.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Portela?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Portela
What is Dr. Rafael Portela's specialty?
Dr. Portela is a Otolaryngologist near Boca Raton, FL. An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders. Contact Dr. Portela to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rafael Portela affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Portela is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
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Is Rafael Portela accepting new patients in Boca Raton, FL?
Yes, Dr. Rafael Portela is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rafael Portela offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Portela's office at (305) 662-8316 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rafael Portela?
Please contact Dr. Portela's office at (305) 662-8316 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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