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Who is Dr. Porter, Anesthesiologist in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Wesley Porter, DO is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Porter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Porter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Porter’s office at (317) 338-6359.
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 an Anesthesiologist, 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Esophageal Varices
- Esophagus Disorder
- Varices of the Esophagus
- Enlarged Esophageal Veins
- Dilated Esophageal Veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- I8500: Esophageal varices without bleeding
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease of the Large Intestine
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Large Bowel Crohn's
- Crohn's Colitis', 'Colonic Crohn's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5010: Crohn's disease of large intestine without complications
Also known as:
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
What procedures does Dr. Porter perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Porter 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. 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (No Imaging)
- Lower Back Epidural Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Pain Injection (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 62322: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Porter accept my insurance?
Dr. Porter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 338-6359 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Porter accept in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Porter in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CommuniCare Advantage
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Davita Village Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Partners Plans
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Porter's office located?
Dr. Wesley Porter's Primary Practice
7150 Clearvista Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46256
(317) 338-6359
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 1972034486.
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. Wesley Porter's specialty?
Dr. Porter is a Anesthesiologist near Indianapolis, IN. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Porter to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Wesley Porter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Porter is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Community Hospital East, The Indiana Heart Hospital, Community Hospital North. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?
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Is Wesley Porter accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?
Yes, Dr. Wesley Porter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wesley Porter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Porter's office at (317) 338-6359 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wesley Porter?
Please contact Dr. Porter's office at (317) 338-6359 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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