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Who is Dr. Portocarrero, Gastroenterologist in Arcadia, CA?
Dr. Donald Portocarrero specializes in Gastroenterology, with a special focus on Bariatric Endoscopy and Obesity. He practices primarily in Arcadia, CA, and is affiliated with USC-Arcadia Hospital and Adventist Health White Memorial. Dr. Portocarrero graduated from Western University of Health Sciences in 2008, and completed his training at Adventist Health White Memorial and Loma Linda University Medical Center. He is triple board certified in Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology and Obesity Medicine.
WebsiteWhat are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Portocarrero?
Dr. Donald Portocarrero, DO is a highly-rated, board-certified Gastroenterologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Portocarrero empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Bariatric Endoscopy , Bariatric Medicine, Endoscopic Mucosal Resection, Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection, Obesity, Pancreatic/Biliary Endoscopy (ERCP), or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Arcadia/CA community, Dr. Portocarrero is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Portocarrero speak?
Dr. Portocarrero and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Portocarrero treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Portocarrero 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. Portocarrero. 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:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Other Stomach Inflammation
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
- Other gastritis types
- Various stomach inflammations
- Uncommon gastritis
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
- K2960: Other gastritis without bleeding
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD with Esophagitis
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
- Heartburn with Esophagus Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
- K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Change in Bowel Habits
- Abnormal Bowel Movements
- Bowel Movement
- Altered Bowel Habits
- Irregular Bowel Movements
- Changes in Pooping
- Unusual stool
- Changes in poop
- Fecal changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R194: Change in bowel habit
- R195: Other fecal abnormalities
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Second Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoids
- Internal hemorrhoids that prolapse
- Grade 2 hemorrhoids
- Moderate hemorrhoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- K641: Second degree hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Colon Diverticula
- Pockets in the Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
Also known as:
- H. Pylori Infection
- Helicobacter Pylori Infection
- Helicobacter pylori infection
- Stomach bacteria infection
- H. pylori bacteria
ICD-10 Codes:
- B9681: Helicobacter pylori [H. pylori] as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Hernia
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hernia of the Diaphragm
ICD-10 Codes:
- K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Stomach or Duodenum Polyp
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Polyp
- Duodenal Polyp
- Stomach Growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- K317: Polyp of stomach and duodenum
Does Dr. Portocarrero accept my insurance?
Dr. Portocarrero accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Portocarrero accept in Arcadia, CA?
Dr. Portocarrero in Arcadia, 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
AllCare Health Plan
Altamed Health Services
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Portocarrero's office located?
Gastrointestinal & Non-Surgical Weight Loss Solutions
623 West Duarte Road, Suite 8
Arcadia, CA 91007
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
80% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Donald Portocarrero an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Portocarrero has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Portocarrero, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Portocarrero's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Portocarrero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841503570.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Portocarrero?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Portocarrero
What is Dr. Donald Portocarrero's specialty?
Dr. Portocarrero is a Gastroenterologist near Arcadia, CA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Portocarrero to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Donald Portocarrero affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Portocarrero 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 Donald Portocarrero accepting new patients in Arcadia, CA?
Yes, Dr. Donald Portocarrero is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Donald Portocarrero offer online booking?
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