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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Porter, Medical Oncologist in Tullahoma, TN?
Dr. Lester Porter, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Tullahoma, TN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Porter graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University. Dr. Porter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Porter’s office at (615) 222-2111.
Where did Dr. Porter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University
What languages does Dr. Porter speak?
Dr. Porter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Porter typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Porter 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. Porter. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Porter typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Lester Porter may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Porter's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Porter accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Porter's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Porter's office located?
Dr. Lester Porter's Primary Practice
1750 Cedar Ln Ste 200
Tullahoma, TN 37388
(615) 222-2111
What is Dr. Porter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Porter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508890286.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Porter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Porter
What is Dr. Lester Porter's specialty?
Dr. Porter is a Medical Oncologist near Tullahoma, TN.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.
Is this Dr. Lester Porter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Porter is affiliated with Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West 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
When to see a Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Lester Porter accepting new patients in Tullahoma, TN?
Yes, Dr. Lester Porter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lester Porter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Porter's office at (615) 222-2111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lester Porter?
Please contact Dr. Porter's office at (615) 222-2111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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