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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Porterfield, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Haleyville, AL?
Dr. David Porterfield, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Haleyville, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Porterfield completed his residency at Brooks Afb School Aero Med. Dr. Porterfield is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Porterfield’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Porterfield’s office at (256) 235-5121.
Where did Dr. Porterfield go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brooks Afb School Aero Med
What languages does Dr. Porterfield speak?
Dr. Porterfield and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Porterfield treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Porterfield 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. Porterfield. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Bladder Disease
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
Also known as:
- GERD with Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- GERD
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
- Heartburn with Esophagus Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
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:
- Sacroiliac Joint Sprain
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- SI Joint Sprain
- Pelvic Joint Sprain
- Sacroiliac Ligament Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S336XXA: Sprain of sacroiliac joint, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Bladder Inflammation
- Bladder Disease
- Cystitis
- Bladder Infection
- Painful Bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3090: Cystitis, unspecified without hematuria
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:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Porterfield perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. David Porterfield may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Porterfield's office.
Does Dr. Porterfield accept my insurance?
Dr. Porterfield accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 235-5121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Porterfield accept in Haleyville, AL?
Dr. Porterfield in Haleyville, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
HealthComp
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Total Plan Concepts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Porterfield's office located?
Dr. David Porterfield's Primary Practice
42024 Highway 195
Haleyville, AL 35565
(256) 235-5121
What is Dr. Porterfield's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Porterfield's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417987041.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Porterfield?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Porterfield
What is Dr. David Porterfield's specialty?
Dr. Porterfield is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Haleyville, AL. 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. Contact Dr. Porterfield to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. David Porterfield affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Porterfield is affiliated with Wiregrass Medical Center 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 David Porterfield accepting new patients in Haleyville, AL?
Yes, Dr. David Porterfield is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Porterfield offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Porterfield's office at (256) 235-5121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Porterfield?
Please contact Dr. Porterfield's office at (256) 235-5121 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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