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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Porta, Internist in Thibodaux, LA?
Dr. Mark Porta is an Internist, who primarily practices in Thibodaux, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Porta is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Porta’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Porta’s office.
What languages does Dr. Porta speak?
Dr. Porta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Porta treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Porta 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. Porta. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
Also known as:
- Throat and Esophagus Swallowing Difficulty
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Pharyngoesophageal dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing in throat
- Esophageal swallowing problems
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1314: Dysphagia, pharyngoesophageal phase
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Colonic Polyps
- Digestive Disease
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
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:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
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:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
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:
- Change in Bowel Habits
- Bowel Movement
- Altered Bowel Habits
- Irregular Bowel Movements
- Changes in Pooping
ICD-10 Codes:
- R194: Change in bowel habit
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Esophagus Disorder
- Barrett’s Esophagus
- Barrett's condition
- Esophageal metaplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2270: Barrett's esophagus without dysplasia
Which procedures does Dr. Porta perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Mark Porta may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Porta's office.
Does Dr. Porta accept my insurance?
Dr. Porta 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. Porta accept in Thibodaux, LA?
Dr. Porta in Thibodaux, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Community Care Plan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Porta's office located?
What is Dr. Porta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Porta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275890436.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Porta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Porta
What is Dr. Mark Porta's specialty?
Dr. Porta is a Internist near Thibodaux, LA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Porta to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Mark Porta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Porta is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Mark Porta accepting new patients in Thibodaux, LA?
Yes, Dr. Mark Porta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mark Porta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Porta's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mark Porta?
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