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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Porras Polo, Internist in Delray Beach, FL?
Dr. Ernesto Porras Polo, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Delray Beach, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Porras Polo completed his residency at Woodhull Medical and Mental Health Center. Dr. Porras Polo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Porras Polo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Porras Polo’s office at (772) 344-7228.
Where did Dr. Porras Polo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Woodhull Medical and Mental Health Center
Medical School: Universidad Libre, Cali, Colombia | Universidad Libre De Colombia, Facultad De Medicina
Is Dr. Porras Polo board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Ernesto Porras Polo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Porras Polo speak?
Dr. Porras Polo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Porras Polo typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Porras Polo 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. Porras Polo. 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
- Upper body pain
- Precordial pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
- R072: Precordial pain
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Porras Polo typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ernesto Porras Polo may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Porras Polo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Porras Polo accept my insurance?
Dr. Porras Polo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (772) 344-7228 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Porras Polo accept in Delray Beach, FL?
Dr. Porras Polo in Delray Beach, FL 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 Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Florida
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Porras Polo's office located?
Dr. Ernesto Porras Polo's Primary Practice
16244 S Military Trl Ste 470
Delray Beach, FL 33484
(772) 344-7228
What is Dr. Porras Polo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Porras Polo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952332652.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Porras Polo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Porras Polo
What is Dr. Ernesto Porras Polo's specialty?
Dr. Porras Polo is a Internist near Delray Beach, FL.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Ernesto Porras Polo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Porras Polo is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus 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 Ernesto Porras Polo accepting new patients in Delray Beach, FL?
Yes, Dr. Ernesto Porras Polo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ernesto Porras Polo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Porras Polo's office at (772) 344-7228 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ernesto Porras Polo?
Please contact Dr. Porras Polo's office at (772) 344-7228 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ernesto Porras Polo have?
Dr. Ernesto Porras Polo is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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