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Dr. Elyse Portillo
Houston, TX
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Portillo, Pediatric Emergency Specialist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Elyse Portillo is a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. Dr. Portillo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Portillo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Portillo’s office at (617) 355-6369.
What languages does Dr. Portillo speak?
Dr. Portillo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Emergency Specialist like Dr. Portillo typically treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, Dr. Portillo 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. Portillo. 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
What procedures does a Pediatric Emergency Specialist like Dr. Portillo typically perform?
As a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Elyse Portillo 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. Portillo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Portillo accept my insurance?
Dr. Portillo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6369 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Portillo accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Portillo in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Portillo's office located?
Dr. Elyse Portillo's Primary Practice
6621 Fannin St Ste A2210
Houston, TX 77030
(617) 355-6369
What is Dr. Portillo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Portillo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144563735.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Portillo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Portillo
What is Dr. Elyse Portillo's specialty?
Dr. Portillo is a Pediatric Emergency Specialist near Houston, TX.
What does a Pediatric Emergency Specialist do?
Pediatric Emergency Medicine is a clinical subspecialty dedicated to the care of acutely ill or injured children in the emergency department setting.
Is this Dr. Elyse Portillo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Portillo is affiliated with Houston Methodist West Hospital 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
When to see a Pediatric Emergency Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Elyse Portillo accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Elyse Portillo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elyse Portillo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Portillo's office at (617) 355-6369 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elyse Portillo?
Please contact Dr. Portillo's office at (617) 355-6369 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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