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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Portugal, Surgeon in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Denise Portugal, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Portugal is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Portugal’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Portugal’s office at (661) 864-7076.
What languages does Dr. Portugal speak?
Dr. Portugal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Portugal treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Portugal 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. Portugal. 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:
- Umbilical Hernia
- Obstructed Belly Button Hernia
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Obstructed Surgical Incision Hernia
- Hernia
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Inguinal Hernia
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Umbilical Hernia with Obstruction
- Blocked Belly Button Hernia
- Strangulated Umbilical Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Incisional Hernia with Obstruction
- Blocked Incision Hernia
- Strangulated Incisional Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K420: Umbilical hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K430: Incisional hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
Also known as:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
- Long-term Gallbladder Inflammation
- Chronic Cholecystitis
- Ongoing Gallbladder Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
- K811: Chronic cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Trunk Lump or Swelling
- Localized Lump or Swelling
- Neck Lump or Swelling
- Body Mass
- Torso Lump
- Trunk Nodule
- Skin Nodule
- Localized Mass
- Neck Mass
- Bump on Neck
- Neck Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R222: Localized swelling, mass and lump, trunk
- R229: Localized swelling, mass and lump, unspecified
- R221: Localized swelling, mass and lump, neck
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Acute and Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Mixed cholecystitis
- Gallbladder attack and long-term inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K812: Acute cholecystitis with chronic cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Other Skin Disorder
- Skin Condition
- Unspecified Skin Condition
- Skin and Tissue Disorder
- Dermatological Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L988: Other specified disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
Also known as:
- Hydrocephalus
- Water on the brain
- Brain fluid buildup
- Enlarged ventricles
ICD-10 Codes:
- G919: Hydrocephalus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Which procedures does Dr. Portugal perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Denise Portugal may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Portugal's office.
Does Dr. Portugal accept my insurance?
Dr. Portugal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 864-7076 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Portugal accept in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Portugal in Bakersfield, CA 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
GEMCare
Kern Health Systems
Managed Care of America
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Portugal's office located?
Dr. Denise Portugal's Practice 2
3838 San Dimas St Ste B231
Bakersfield, CA 93301
(661) 665-0505
What is Dr. Portugal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Portugal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043405830.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Portugal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Portugal
What is Dr. Denise Portugal's specialty?
Dr. Portugal is a Surgeon near Bakersfield, CA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Portugal to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Denise Portugal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Portugal is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Downtown 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 Denise Portugal accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?
Yes, Dr. Denise Portugal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Denise Portugal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Portugal's office at (661) 864-7076 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Denise Portugal?
Please contact Dr. Portugal's office at (661) 864-7076 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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