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Dr. Brandi Portero, MD

Apple Valley, MN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Portero, Family Medicine Specialist in Apple Valley, MN?

    Dr. Brandi Portero, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Apple Valley, MN. Dr. Portero is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Portero’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Portero’s office at (323) 837-3700.

    What languages does Dr. Portero speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Portero typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Portero 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. Portero. 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:

    • Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Artificial heart valve
    • Mechanical heart valve
    • Bioprosthetic valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Severe Depression (Single Episode)
    • Depression
    • Severe major depression
    • Severe depressive episode
    • Clinical depression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F322: Major depressive disorder, single episode, severe without psychotic features

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Portero typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Brandi Portero may include:

    Please contact Dr. Portero's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Portero accept my insurance?

    Dr. Portero accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 837-3700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Portero accept in Apple Valley, MN?

    Dr. Portero in Apple Valley, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • State of Texas

    • UCare Minnesota

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Portero's office located?

    Dr. Brandi Portero's Primary Practice

    14655 Galaxie Ave

    Apple Valley, MN 55124

    (323) 837-3700

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

    Dr. Portero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700466604.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Portero?

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

    What is Dr. Brandi Portero's specialty?

    Dr. Portero is a Family Medicine Specialist near Apple Valley, MN.

    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 Dr. Brandi Portero affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Portero is affiliated with United Hospital, Fairview Ridges Hospital, Abbott Northwestern Hospital, M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital 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 Dr. Brandi Portero accepting new patients in Apple Valley, MN?

    Yes, Dr. Brandi Portero is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brandi Portero offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Portero's office at (323) 837-3700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Brandi Portero?

    Please contact Dr. Portero's office at (323) 837-3700 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Portero's office located?

    Dr. Portero's office is located in Apple Valley, MN.