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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Porterfield, Family Medicine Specialist in Galveston, TX?
Dr. Laura Porterfield, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Galveston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Porterfield is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Porterfield’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Porterfield’s office at (409) 772-2166.
What languages does Dr. Porterfield speak?
Dr. Porterfield and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Porterfield typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Porterfield 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. Porterfield. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Porterfield typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Laura Porterfield may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Porterfield's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Porterfield accept my insurance?
Dr. Porterfield accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (409) 772-2166 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Porterfield accept in Galveston, TX?
Dr. Porterfield in Galveston, 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Porterfield's office located?
Dr. Laura Porterfield's Primary Practice
301 University Blvd
Galveston, TX 77555
(409) 772-2166
What is Dr. Porterfield's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Porterfield's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790980993.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Porterfield?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Porterfield
What is Dr. Laura Porterfield's specialty?
Dr. Porterfield is a Family Medicine Specialist near Galveston, TX.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Laura Porterfield affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Porterfield is affiliated with John Sealy Hospital, Galveston 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Laura Porterfield accepting new patients in Galveston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Laura Porterfield is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laura Porterfield offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Porterfield's office at (409) 772-2166 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laura Porterfield?
Please contact Dr. Porterfield's office at (409) 772-2166 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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