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Who is Dr. Porter, Neurologist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Verna Porter, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Porter completed her residency at University of California, Los Angeles. Dr. Porter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Porter’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Porter’s office at (310) 582-7641.
Where did Dr. Porter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Neurology, UCLA School of Medicine
Residency: University of California, Los Angeles
Is Dr. Porter board certified in Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Verna Porter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology since 2000, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology since 2009
What languages does Dr. Porter speak?
Dr. Porter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Porter treat?
As a Neurologist, 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:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Early-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
- Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
- Younger-Onset Alzheimer's', 'Early Alzheimer's
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
- G300: Alzheimer's disease with early onset
Also known as:
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mental Disorder
- Psychiatric condition
- Brain health issue
- Emotional disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F09: Unspecified mental disorder due to known physiological condition
Which procedures does Dr. Porter perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Verna Porter may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
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 (310) 582-7641 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Porter accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Porter in Santa Monica, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
CalOptima
Centene
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Scan Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Porter's office located?
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 1730107012.
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. Verna Porter's specialty?
Dr. Porter is a Neurologist near Santa Monica, CA.
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Contact Dr. Porter to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Verna Porter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Porter 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 Verna Porter accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Verna Porter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Verna Porter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Porter's office at (310) 582-7641 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Verna Porter?
Please contact Dr. Porter's office at (310) 582-7641 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Verna Porter have?
Dr. Verna Porter is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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