Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Porche, Emergency Medicine Specialist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Brian Porche, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Porche completed his residency at Chief Resident. Dr. Porche is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Porche’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Porche’s office.
Where did Dr. Porche go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Chief Resident | Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center - New Orleans | Charity Hospital, New Orleans
Medical School: Louisiana State University Health Shreveport / School of Medicine
Is Dr. Porche board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Brian Porche, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Porche speak?
Dr. Porche and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Porche treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Porche 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. Porche. 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:
- Tuberculosis Screening
- TB test
- PPD test
- Tuberculosis exposure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pre-Employment Medical Exam
- Job physical
- Employment health check
- Pre-hire medical assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z021: Encounter for pre-employment examination
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lung Tuberculosis
- Tuberculosis
- Pulmonary Tuberculosis
- TB of the Lungs
- Consumption
ICD-10 Codes:
- A150: Tuberculosis of lung
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Insurance Health Examination
- Health Screening
- Life Insurance Physical
- Insurance Medical Exam
- Health Screening for Insurance
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z026: Encounter for examination for insurance purposes
Also known as:
- Strain of Lower Back Muscles, Fascia, and Tendons
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled lower back muscle
- Lumbar muscle strain
- Back tendon strain
- Lower back soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S39012A: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Which procedures does Dr. Porche perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Brian Porche may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Porche's office.
Does Dr. Porche accept my insurance?
Dr. Porche 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. Porche accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Porche in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Triple-S
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Bowling Green State University
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Ochsner Health System
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Porche's office located?
What is Dr. Porche's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Porche's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669501490.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Porche?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Porche
What is Dr. Brian Porche's specialty?
Dr. Porche is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near New Orleans, LA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Porche to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Brian Porche affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Porche is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Slidell Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Acadia General Hospital, Ochsner American Legion Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Brian Porche accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Brian Porche is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Porche offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Porche's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Porche?
Please contact Dr. Porche's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Porche have?
Dr. Brian Porche is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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