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Dr. Gregory Porter, MD

Elgin, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Porter, Anesthesiologist in Elgin, IL?

    Dr. Gregory Porter, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Elgin, IL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Porter graduated from Southern Illinois Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Advocate Il Masonic Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Advocate Il Masonic Med Ctr, General Surgery. 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 (865) 985-7062.

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

    • Residency: Advocate Il Masonic Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Advocate Il Masonic Med Ctr, General Surgery | Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center

    • Medical School: Southern Il Univ Sch Of Med- Springfield Il | Southern Illinois University At Edwardsville | Southern Illinois Univ School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Porter board certified in Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Gregory Porter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    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 Anesthesiologist, 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:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Single Live Birth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery
    • One baby born alive
    • Vaginal birth of one baby

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
    • Z370: Single live birth

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H269: Unspecified cataract

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    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

    Does Dr. Porter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Porter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (865) 985-7062 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Porter accept in Elgin, IL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

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    Where is Dr. Porter's office located?

    Dr. Gregory Porter's Primary Practice

    1425 N Randall Rd

    Elgin, IL 60123

    (865) 985-7062

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    Dr. Gregory Porter's Practice 2

    1423 Chicago Rd

    Chicago Heights, IL 60411

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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 1548327323.

    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. Gregory Porter's specialty?

    Dr. Porter is a Anesthesiologist near Elgin, IL. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Porter to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Porter is affiliated with Ascension Alexian Brothers (Elk Grove Village, IL) 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Anesthesiologist with 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 Gregory Porter accepting new patients in Elgin, IL?

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

    Does Dr. Gregory Porter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Porter's office at (865) 985-7062 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gregory Porter?

    Please contact Dr. Porter's office at (865) 985-7062 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gregory Porter have?

    Dr. Gregory Porter is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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