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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Porras, Family Medicine Specialist in Lawrenceville, GA?
Dr. Catherine Porras, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lawrenceville, GA. Dr. Porras is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Porras’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Porras’s office at (678) 312-0400.
What languages does Dr. Porras speak?
Dr. Porras and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Porras typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Porras 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. Porras. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Porras typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Catherine Porras may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Porras' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Porras accept my insurance?
Dr. Porras accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (678) 312-0400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Porras accept in Lawrenceville, GA?
Dr. Porras in Lawrenceville, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Oscar Health
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Porras' office located?
Dr. Catherine Porras' Primary Practice
665 Duluth Hwy Ste 501
Lawrenceville, GA 30046
(678) 312-0400
What is Dr. Porras's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Porras's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689202830.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Porras?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Porras
What is Dr. Catherine Porras's specialty?
Dr. Porras is a Family Medicine Specialist near Lawrenceville, GA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Catherine Porras affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Porras is affiliated with Northside Hospital Gwinnett, Northside Hospital Duluth which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Catherine Porras accepting new patients in Lawrenceville, GA?
Yes, Dr. Catherine Porras is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Catherine Porras offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Porras's office at (678) 312-0400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Catherine Porras?
Please contact Dr. Porras's office at (678) 312-0400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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