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Dr. Christopher Porter, MD
Aurora, CO
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Porter, Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Christopher Porter, MD is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Urology. Dr. Porter completed his residency at Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, Urology; Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, General Surgery; Miriam Hosp-Lifespan, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Porter is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Porter’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Porter’s office at (404) 785-1112.
Where did Dr. Porter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, Urology; Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, General Surgery; Miriam Hosp-Lifespan, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Vanderbilt University/Monroe Carell Jr Children's Hospital Program
Medical School: Rush Med Coll of Rush University, Chicago Il
Is Dr. Porter board certified in Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Porter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Porter speak?
Dr. Porter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Porter treat?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-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.
Also known as:
- Birth Defects Causing Overgrowth
- Other Genetic Syndrome
- Other Specific Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Overgrowth Syndromes
- Congenital Gigantism
- Rare Birth Defect Syndromes
- Uncommon Congenital Syndromes
- Rare Congenital Anomalies
- Uncommon Birth Malformations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q873: Congenital malformation syndromes involving early overgrowth
- Q8789: Other specified congenital malformation syndromes, not elsewhere classified
- Q898: Other specified congenital malformations
Also known as:
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia in Relapse
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
- ALL Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Childhood Leukemia in Remission
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
- ALL Leukemia in Relapse
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Relapse
- Recurrent Childhood Leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
- C9101: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia, in remission
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
- C9102: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia, in relapse
Also known as:
- Other Genetic and Chromosomal Screening
- Genetic Testing
- Health Screening
- Additional Genetic Testing
- Advanced Chromosome Screening
- Specific Genetic Anomaly Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1379: Encounter for other screening for genetic and chromosomal anomalies
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Genetic Risk for Other Disease
- Hereditary Disease Risk
- Increased Risk of Inherited Conditions
- Genetic Predisposition to Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1589: Genetic susceptibility to other disease
Also known as:
- Genetic Susceptibility to Breast Cancer
- Breast cancer
- Li-Fraumeni syndrome
- Inherited Breast Cancer Risk
- Hereditary Breast Cancer
- BRCA Gene Mutation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1501: Genetic susceptibility to malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Low Neutrophil Count
- Blood Disorder
- Neutropenia
- Low white blood cell count
- Neutrophil deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D709: Neutropenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Genetic Counseling
- Genetic risk assessment
- Hereditary counseling
- DNA counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7183: Encounter for nonprocreative genetic counseling
Also known as:
- Genetic Risk for Other Cancer
- Hereditary Cancer Risk
- Increased Risk of Cancer
- Genetic Predisposition to Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1509: Genetic susceptibility to other malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Benign Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Disease
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous colon growth
- Colon adenoma
- Benign colon tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D126: Benign neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Von Hippel-Lindau Syndrome
- Von Hippel-Lindau syndrome
- VHL syndrome
- VHL disease
- Genetic tumor disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q8583: Von Hippel-Lindau syndrome
Also known as:
- PTEN Hamartoma Tumor Syndrome
- Cowden Syndrome
- Bannayan-Riley-Ruvalcaba Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q8581: PTEN hamartoma tumor syndrome
Also known as:
- Growth of unknown type in aortic body or paraganglia
- Endocrine Disease
- Aortic body tumor of uncertain nature
- Paraganglia growth of undetermined type
ICD-10 Codes:
- D447: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of aortic body and other paraganglia
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Which procedures does Dr. Porter perform as a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Porter's office.
Does Dr. Porter accept my insurance?
Dr. Porter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 785-1112 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Porter accept in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Porter in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CareSource
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Porter's office located?
Dr. Christopher Porter's Primary Practice
13123 E 16th Ave
Aurora, CO 80045
(404) 785-1112
Dr. Christopher Porter's Practice 3
5461 Meridian Mark Rd Ste 500
Sandy Springs, GA 30342
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 1346334133.
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. Christopher Porter's specialty?
Dr. Porter is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist near Aurora, CO. A pediatrician trained in the integration of pediatrics, hematology, and oncology, specializing in the recognition and management of blood disorders and cancer in children. This expert provides comprehensive care for conditions such as anemia, bleeding disorders, and various pediatric cancers. Contact Dr. Porter to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Porter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Porter is affiliated with Arthur M. Blank Hospital 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 Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
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Is Christopher Porter accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Porter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Porter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Porter's office at (404) 785-1112 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Porter?
Please contact Dr. Porter's office at (404) 785-1112 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Porter have?
Dr. Christopher Porter is certified by the American Board of Urology.
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