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. 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 Medicare 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 as an 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Porche typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- 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:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
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
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Porche typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Porche's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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 Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Ochsner Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
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.
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, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Slidell Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock, Ochsner St. Anne Hospital 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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