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Who is Dr. Porreca, Vascular Surgeon in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Francis Porreca, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Porreca graduated from Albert Einstein and completed his residency at Montefiore Medical Center. Dr. Porreca is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Porreca’s office at (718) 792-8115.
Where did Dr. Porreca go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Montefiore Medical Center
Medical School: Albert Einstein
What languages does Dr. Porreca speak?
Dr. Porreca and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Porreca treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Porreca 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. Porreca. 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:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Other Peripheral Vascular Disease
- Other PVD
- Other Peripheral Artery Disease
- Other PAD
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7389: Other specified peripheral vascular diseases
Also known as:
- Localized Swelling
- Edema
- Localized Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Swelling in one area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R600: Localized edema
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins
- Spider Veins
- Venous Insufficiency
- Chronic Venous Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83813: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with pain
Also known as:
- Dialysis Dependence
- Dialysis
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Dialysis
- Renal Replacement Therapy
- On Dialysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis
Also known as:
- Other Heart and Lung Symptoms
- Heart Disease
- Lung Disease
- Cardiopulmonary symptoms
- Unusual heart and breathing signs
- Circulatory-respiratory issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0989: Other specified symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory systems
Also known as:
- Narrowing of Artery
- Artery Stricture
- Blocked Artery
- Arterial Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I771: Stricture of artery
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Bilateral leg claudication
- PAD both legs pain with activity
- Both legs artery pain when walking
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Calf
- Skin Condition
- Leg Ulcer
- Open Sore
- Venous Ulcer
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97211: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right calf limited to breakdown of skin
Which procedures does Dr. Porreca perform as a Vascular Surgeon?
As a Vascular Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Francis Porreca may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Porreca's office.
Does Dr. Porreca accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Porreca's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Porreca's office located?
Dr. Francis Porreca's Primary Practice
3219 E Tremont Ave Ste 1
Bronx, NY 10461
(718) 792-8115
What is Dr. Porreca's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Porreca's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871517177.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Porreca?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Porreca
What is Dr. Francis Porreca's specialty?
Dr. Porreca is a Vascular Surgeon near Bronx, NY. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Porreca to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Francis Porreca affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Porreca is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Montefiore Medical Center - Einstein Campus. 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 Francis Porreca accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?
Yes, Dr. Francis Porreca is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Francis Porreca offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Porreca's office at (718) 792-8115 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Francis Porreca?
Please contact Dr. Porreca's office at (718) 792-8115 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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