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Dr. Richard Porter, DO

Family Medicine Specialist, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)

Oakland, MD

16 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Porter, Family Medicine Specialist in Oakland, MD?

    Dr. Richard Porter, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Oakland, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years. Dr. Porter graduated from Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University and completed his residency at KCUMB-COMEC/Via Christi Regional Medical Center Program. Dr. Porter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Porter’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Porter’s office at (301) 334-7855.

    Where did Dr. Porter go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: KCUMB-COMEC/Via Christi Regional Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University

    What languages does Dr. Porter speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Porter typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Porter typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Porter may include:

    Please contact Dr. Porter's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Porter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Porter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 334-7855 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Porter accept in Oakland, MD?

    Dr. Porter in Oakland, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of Maryland

    • State of West Virginia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Porter's office located?

    Specialty Physicians Of Garrett County

    251 N 4th St

    Oakland, MD 21550

    (301) 334-7855

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    Dr. Richard Porter's Practice 2

    32 Corporate Dr

    Grantsville, MD 21536

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    Dr. Richard Porter's Practice 3

    100 Pin Oak Ln

    Keyser, WV 26726

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    What hospitals are Dr. Porter affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Porter has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Garrett Regional Medical Center,Oakland, MD

    What is Dr. Porter's NPI number?A 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 1184646341.

    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. Richard Porter's specialty?

    Dr. Porter is a Family Medicine Specialist near Oakland, MD.

    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 Dr. Richard Porter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Porter is affiliated with Wvu Medicine J.w. Ruby Memorial Hospital 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 Dr. Richard Porter accepting new patients in Oakland, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Porter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Porter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Porter's office at (301) 334-7855 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Porter?

    Please contact Dr. Porter's office at (301) 334-7855 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Porter's office located?

    Dr. Porter's offices are located in Oakland, MD, Grantsville, MD, and Keyser, WV.