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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Portillo, Emergency Medicine Specialist in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Tania Portillo, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in La Mesa, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Portillo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Portillo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Portillo’s office at (619) 465-0711.
What languages does Dr. Portillo speak?
Dr. Portillo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Portillo typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine 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:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Health Condition
- Unspecified Health Issue
- General Health Concern
- Other Medical Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z789: Other specified health status
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Portillo typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Tania 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 (619) 465-0711 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Portillo accept in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Portillo in La Mesa, CA 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 Shield of California
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Sharp HealthCare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Portillo's office located?
Dr. Tania Portillo's Primary Practice
5555 Grossmont Center Dr
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 465-0711
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 1124435896.
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. Tania Portillo's specialty?
Dr. Portillo is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near La Mesa, CA.
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. Tania Portillo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Portillo is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center 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 Tania Portillo accepting new patients in La Mesa, CA?
Yes, Dr. Tania Portillo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tania Portillo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Portillo's office at (619) 465-0711 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tania Portillo?
Please contact Dr. Portillo's office at (619) 465-0711 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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