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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Portelli, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Providence, RI?
Dr. David Portelli, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Providence, RI with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Portelli graduated from Stony Brook University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Henry Ford Hosp, Internal Medicine/Emergency Medicine. Dr. Portelli is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Portelli’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Portelli’s office at (401) 444-2840.
Where did Dr. Portelli go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Henry Ford Hosp, Internal Medicine/Emergency Medicine | Henry Ford Hospital | Henry Ford Hospital Program
Medical School: Suny At Stony Brook Hlth Sci Ctr, Stony Brook Ny | State University of New York / Health Science Center At Stony Brook | Stony Brook University School of Medicine | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine
Is Dr. Portelli board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. David Portelli, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Portelli speak?
Dr. Portelli and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Portelli typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Portelli 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. Portelli. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Portelli typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. David Portelli may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Portelli's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Portelli accept my insurance?
Dr. Portelli accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 444-2840 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Portelli accept in Providence, RI?
Dr. Portelli in Providence, RI 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 Rhode Island
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island
Point32Health
State of Rhode Island
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Portelli's office located?
What is Dr. Portelli's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Portelli's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427062033.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Portelli?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Portelli
What is Dr. David Portelli's specialty?
Dr. Portelli is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Providence, RI.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. David Portelli affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Portelli is affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital, The Miriam Hospital, South County Hospital Campus, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston Medical Center 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 David Portelli accepting new patients in Providence, RI?
Yes, Dr. David Portelli is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Portelli offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Portelli's office at (401) 444-2840 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Portelli?
Please contact Dr. Portelli's office at (401) 444-2840 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Portelli have?
Dr. David Portelli is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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