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Dr. Joshua Porter, MD

Gastonia, NC

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    Who is Dr. Porter, Dermatologist in Gastonia, NC?

    Dr. Joshua Porter, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Gastonia, NC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Porter graduated from The Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University and completed his residency at Riverside Regional Medical Center Program. Dr. Porter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Porter’s office at (704) 866-7576.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Porter?

    Dr. Joshua Porter, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Dermatologist 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. Porter empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cosmetic Dermatology, Dermatologic Surgery, Medical Dermatology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Gastonia/NC community, Dr. Porter is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Riverside Regional Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: The Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University

    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 Dermatologist, 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:

    • Actinic Keratosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Sun Exposure
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Solar keratosis
    • Precancerous skin lesion
    • Rough sun spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L570: Actinic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Mole
    • Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Birthmarks
    • Moles
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Nevus
    • Birthmark
    • Skin spot
    • Irritated seborrheic keratosis
    • Red skin growth
    • Inflamed age spot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk
    • L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Bone, Soft Tissue, or Skin Growth of Unknown Type
    • Bone Disease
    • Skin Condition
    • Bone tumor of unknown nature
    • Skin lesion of unknown type
    • Soft tissue mass of unknown behavior

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D492: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of bone, soft tissue, and skin

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Radiation Skin Changes
    • Skin Condition
    • Long-term radiation dermatitis
    • Skin damage from radiation
    • Non-ionizing radiation skin effects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L578: Other skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation

    Also known as:

    • Dark Skin Patches
    • Skin Pigmentation Disorder
    • Hyperpigmentation
    • Melasma
    • Age spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L814: Other melanin hyperpigmentation

    Also known as:

    • Other types of warts
    • Warts
    • Different kinds of warts
    • Various warts
    • Uncommon warts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B078: Other viral warts

    Also known as:

    • Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • SK
    • Senile Wart
    • Barnacle of Life

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L821: Other seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Skin Hemangioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Birthmarks
    • Strawberry mark
    • Vascular birthmark
    • Benign vascular tumor
    • Capillary hemangioma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D1801: Hemangioma of skin and subcutaneous tissue

    Also known as:

    • Plaque Psoriasis
    • Psoriasis
    • Common psoriasis
    • Chronic plaque psoriasis
    • Psoriasis of the skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L400: Psoriasis vulgaris

    Does Dr. Porter accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Porter's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Porter's office located?

    Dr. Joshua Porter's Primary Practice

    959 Cox Rd

    Gastonia, NC 28054

    (704) 866-7576

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    Dr. Joshua Porter's Practice 2

    105 Delta Park Dr

    Shelby, NC 28150

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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 1760611438.

    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. Joshua Porter's specialty?

    Dr. Porter is a Dermatologist near Gastonia, NC. Dermatologists are medical professionals trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of skin conditions in both children and adults, including skin cancers, melanomas, and other tumors. They also manage disorders of the mouth, external genitalia, hair, and nails, and are skilled in treating conditions like dermatitis, allergic reactions, and skin manifestations of systemic diseases. Dermatologists receive specialized training in dermatopathology and dermatologic surgical techniques, and address cosmetic issues such as hair loss and scarring. Additionally, they use laboratory methods to diagnose immune-related skin disorders, often collaborating with immunohematologists for expert consultation and targeted therapies. Contact Dr. Porter to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joshua Porter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Porter is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: CaroMont Regional Medical Center. 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 Joshua Porter accepting new patients in Gastonia, NC?

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

    Does Dr. Joshua Porter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Porter's office at (704) 866-7576 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joshua Porter?

    Please contact Dr. Porter's office at (704) 866-7576 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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