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Dr. Kenneth Porter-Shirley, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Asheville, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Porter-Shirley, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Asheville, NC?

    Dr. Kenneth Porter-Shirley, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Porter-Shirley is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Porter-Shirley’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Porter-Shirley’s office at (828) 213-1111.

    Is Dr. Porter-Shirley board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Kenneth Porter-Shirley, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Porter-Shirley speak?

    Dr. Porter-Shirley and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Porter-Shirley typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Porter-Shirley 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-Shirley. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Porter-Shirley typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kenneth Porter-Shirley may include:

    Please contact Dr. Porter-Shirley's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Porter-Shirley accept my insurance?

    Dr. Porter-Shirley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 213-1111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Porter-Shirley accept in Asheville, NC?

    Dr. Porter-Shirley in Asheville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • State of North Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Porter-Shirley's office located?

    Dr. Kenneth Porter-Shirley's Primary Practice

    32 Orange St

    Asheville, NC 28801

    (828) 213-1111

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    Dr. Kenneth Porter-Shirley's Practice 2

    260 Hospital Dr

    Brevard, NC 28712

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    Dr. Kenneth Porter-Shirley's Practice 3

    120 Riverview St

    Franklin, NC 28734

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    What is Dr. Porter-Shirley's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Porter-Shirley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932104080.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Porter-Shirley?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Porter-Shirley

    What is Dr. Kenneth Porter-Shirley's specialty?

    Dr. Porter-Shirley is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Asheville, NC.

    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 Dr. Kenneth Porter-Shirley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Porter-Shirley is affiliated with Mission Hospital, Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center, Harris Regional Hospital, Unc Health Pardee, Frye Regional Medical Center, Adventhealth Hendersonville 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Kenneth Porter-Shirley accepting new patients in Asheville, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Kenneth Porter-Shirley is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kenneth Porter-Shirley offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Porter-Shirley's office at (828) 213-1111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kenneth Porter-Shirley?

    Please contact Dr. Porter-Shirley's office at (828) 213-1111 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Porter-Shirley's office located?

    Dr. Porter-Shirley's offices are located in Asheville, NC, Brevard, NC, and Franklin, NC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kenneth Porter-Shirley have?

    Dr. Kenneth Porter-Shirley is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.