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Dr. Fernando Porter, MD

Dr. Fernando Porter, MD

Lanham, MD

Accepting patients
Telehealth

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Porter, Family Medicine Specialist in Lanham, MD?

    Dr. Fernando Porter, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lanham, MD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Porter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Porter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Porter’s office at (540) 351-0662.

    Where did Dr. Porter go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Florida State University, College Of Medicine

    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 Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Porter typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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 here.

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    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:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Fernando Porter may include:

    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?

    Dr. Porter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (540) 351-0662 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Porter accept in Lanham, MD?

    Dr. Porter in Lanham, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Porter's office located?

    Dr. Fernando Porter also offers virtual visits

    Dr. Fernando Porter's Primary Practice

    9470 Annapolis Rd Ste 309

    Lanham, MD 20706

    (540) 351-0662

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    Dr. Fernando Porter's Practice 2

    321 Dorchester Ave Ste 1

    Cambridge, MD 21613

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    Dr. Fernando Porter's Practice 3

    11350 Pembrooke Sq Ste 304

    Waldorf, MD 20603

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    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 1669785770.

    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. Fernando Porter's specialty?

    Dr. Porter is a Family Medicine Specialist near Lanham, MD.

    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. Fernando Porter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Porter is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Piedmont Mountainside Hospital, Bon Secours St. Francis Medical Center, Riverside Doctors' Hospital Williamsburg, Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring, Methodist Hospital - San Antonio 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 Fernando Porter accepting new patients in Lanham, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Fernando Porter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Fernando Porter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Porter's office at (540) 351-0662 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Fernando Porter?

    Please contact Dr. Porter's office at (540) 351-0662 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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