35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Porter, Cardiologist in Bellevue, NE?
Dr. Thomas Porter, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Bellevue, NE with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Porter graduated from University of Nebraska, Omaha, NB and completed his residency at Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Internal Medicine. 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.
Where did Dr. Porter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Medical College of Virginia, Medicine
Residency: Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Internal Medicine | Virginia Commonwealth University
Medical School: University of Ne Coll of Med, Omaha Ne | University of Nebraska, Omaha, NB
Is Dr. Porter board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Porter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
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 Cardiologist like Dr. Porter typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Angina from Blocked Heart Bypass Grafts
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Angina
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Chest pain after heart bypass
- Hardening of heart bypass arteries
- Coronary artery disease in grafts
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25708: Atherosclerosis of coronary artery bypass graft(s), unspecified, with other forms of angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Porter typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Porter may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
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 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Porter accept in Bellevue, NE?
Dr. Porter in Bellevue, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Medica Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Sanford Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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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 1831140391.
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. Thomas Porter's specialty?
Dr. Porter is a Cardiologist near Bellevue, NE.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Thomas Porter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Porter is affiliated with Nebraska Medical Center, Bellevue Medical Center, Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital, Bryan East Campus, Unitypoint Health - St. Luke's 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
When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Thomas Porter accepting new patients in Bellevue, NE?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Porter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas 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 Thomas Porter?
Please contact Dr. Porter's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Porter have?
Dr. Thomas Porter is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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