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Dr. Guilherme Porto, MD

Neurosurgeon

Charleston, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Porto, Neurosurgeon in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Guilherme Porto, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Porto is currently affiliated with Main Hospital Msc333. Dr. Porto is fluent in English and Portuguese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Porto’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Porto’s office at (843) 723-8823.

    What languages does Dr. Porto speak?

    Dr. Porto and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Portuguese

    What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Porto typically treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Porto 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. Porto. 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:

    • Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Bleed
    • Brain Hemorrhage
    • Head Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Brain Aneurysm
    • Cerebral Aneurysm
    • Brain Artery Bulge
    • Intracranial Aneurysm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain Bleed
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified

    What procedures does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Porto typically perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Porto performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Porto. 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:

    • Brain and Neck Artery X-ray (Angiography)
    • Vertebral Artery Angiography
    • Carotid artery angiography
    • Cerebral angiography
    • Intracranial carotid angiography
    • Neck and brain blood vessel imaging
    • Cervicocerebral arch angiography
    • Vertebral artery imaging
    • Brain blood vessel scan

    CPT Codes:

    • 36224: Selective catheter placement, internal carotid artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral intracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the extracranial carotid and cervicocerebral arch, when performed
    • 36226: Selective catheter placement, vertebral artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral vertebral circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the cervicocerebral arch, when performed

    Does Dr. Porto accept my insurance?

    Dr. Porto accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 723-8823 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Porto accept in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Porto in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Devoted Health

    • Humana

    • Intermountain Health

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Porto's office located?

    Dr. Guilherme Porto's Primary Practice

    2145 Henry Tecklenburg Dr Ste 220

    Charleston, SC 29414

    (843) 723-8823

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    Main Hospital Msc333

    169 Ashley Ave

    Charleston, SC 29425

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    Dr. Guilherme Porto's Practice 3

    96 Jonathan Lucas St Ste 307

    Charleston, SC 29425

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    What is Dr. Porto's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Porto's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821447731.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Porto?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Porto

    What is Dr. Guilherme Porto's specialty?

    Dr. Porto is a Neurosurgeon near Charleston, SC.

    What does a Neurosurgeon do?

    A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.

    Is Dr. Guilherme Porto affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Porto is affiliated with Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital, Roper St. Francis Berkeley Hospital, Roper St. Francis Mount Pleasant Hospital, Roper Hospital 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 Dr. Guilherme Porto accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Guilherme Porto is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Guilherme Porto offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Porto's office at (843) 723-8823 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Guilherme Porto?

    Please contact Dr. Porto's office at (843) 723-8823 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Porto's office located?

    Dr. Porto's office is located in Charleston, SC.