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15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Portillo, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Arturo Portillo, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Portillo graduated from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio. Dr. Portillo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Portillo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Portillo’s office at (210) 771-1703.
Where did Dr. Portillo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio
What languages does Dr. Portillo speak?
Dr. Portillo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Portillo treat?
As a 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.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Head Cold
- Nasal Congestion
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, 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:
- 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:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2900: Acute gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Sudden Bladder Inflammation with Blood in Urine
- Bladder Disease
- Urine and Urination
- Acute Bladder Infection with Blood
- Cystitis with Hematuria
- Bloody Urine from Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3001: Acute cystitis with hematuria
Also known as:
- Viral Intestinal Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Viral Infection
- Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
- Viral stomach flu
- Viral enteritis
- Viral gut infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Concussion
- Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
- Brain Concussion
- Head Concussion
ICD-10 Codes:
- S060X0A: Concussion without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Neck Muscle Strain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled neck muscle
- Cervical strain
- Neck soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter
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:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Kidney Swelling from Kidney Stones
- Kidney Disease
- Kidney Stones
- Ureteral Disorder
- Hydronephrosis due to Stones
- Kidney Stone Obstruction
- Ureteral Stone Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- N132: Hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction
Also known as:
- Tietze Syndrome
- Cartilage Disorder
- Chondrocostal junction syndrome
- Chest wall pain
- Costochondritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M940: Chondrocostal junction syndrome [Tietze]
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Which procedures does Dr. Portillo perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Arturo Portillo 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. Portillo's office.
Does Dr. Portillo accept my insurance?
Dr. Portillo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 771-1703 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Portillo accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Portillo in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Baylor Scott & White Health
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
MedImpact
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Portillo's office located?
Dr. Arturo Portillo's Primary Practice
5804 Babcock Rd # 213
San Antonio, TX 78240
(210) 771-1703
Dr. Arturo Portillo's Practice 2
11212 State Highway 151
San Antonio, TX 78251
(210) 703-8000
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 1851595656.
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. Arturo Portillo's specialty?
Dr. Portillo is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Antonio, TX. 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. Portillo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Arturo Portillo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Portillo is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, St. David's North Austin 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
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Is Arturo Portillo accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Arturo Portillo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Arturo Portillo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Portillo's office at (210) 771-1703 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Arturo Portillo?
Please contact Dr. Portillo's office at (210) 771-1703 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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