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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Porter, Ophthalmologist in Lubbock, TX?
Dr. Matthew Porter is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Lubbock, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Porter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Porter’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Porter’s office.
What languages does Dr. Porter speak?
Dr. Porter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Porter treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Porter 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. Porter. 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:
- Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Wide-Angle Glaucoma
- POAG
- Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Open-angle glaucoma suspect
- Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H401132: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, moderate stage
- H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
- H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
- H40023: Open angle with borderline findings, high risk, bilateral
- H401112: Primary open-angle glaucoma, right eye, moderate stage
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cortical Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Cortical Cataract
- Outer Lens Clouding
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
- H25013: Cortical age-related cataract, bilateral
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
- H25011: Cortical age-related cataract, right eye
- H25012: Cortical age-related cataract, left eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Also known as:
- Intraocular Lens Implant
- Cataract
- Refractive Errors
- IOL Implant
- Artificial Eye Lens
- Cataract Lens Implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z961: Presence of intraocular lens
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Macular Degeneration
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353131: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, early dry stage
Also known as:
- Dry Eye Syndrome
- Corneal Disorder
- Dry Eye Disease
- Chronic Dry Eye
- Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
ICD-10 Codes:
- H16223: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, not specified as Sjogren's, bilateral
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
- Retinal Disorder
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Eye Damage from Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
Which procedures does Dr. Porter perform as a Ophthalmologist?
As a Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Matthew Porter may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Porter's office.
Does Dr. Porter accept my insurance?
Dr. Porter 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. Porter accept in Lubbock, TX?
Dr. Porter in Lubbock, 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)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicaid
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Porter's office located?
What is Dr. Porter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Porter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649658618.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Porter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Porter
What is Dr. Matthew Porter's specialty?
Dr. Porter is a Ophthalmologist near Lubbock, TX. An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health. Contact Dr. Porter to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Matthew Porter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Porter is affiliated with University Medical Center-Lubbock 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
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Is Matthew Porter accepting new patients in Lubbock, TX?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Porter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Porter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Porter's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Porter?
Please contact Dr. Porter's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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