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Dr. Carl Douglas Porter, MD

Physiatrist, Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Internist

Springfield, OH

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Porter, Physiatrist in Springfield, OH?

    Dr. Carl Douglas Porter, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Springfield, OH. He has been practicing for over 30 years. Dr. Porter graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Wm Beaumont Hospital. Dr. Porter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Porter’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Porter’s office at (937) 390-1700.
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    Where did Dr. Porter go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Wm Beaumont Hospital | LECOMT/United Memorial Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Ohio State University / College of 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 Physiatrist like Dr. Porter typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, 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:

    • Alcohol Use Disorder
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Alcohol use disorder
    • Alcohol dependence
    • Alcoholism
    • Problem drinking
    • AUD
    • Alcohol abuse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1020: Alcohol dependence, uncomplicated
    • F1010: Alcohol abuse, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Median Nerve Compression
    • Wrist Nerve Entrapment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs

    Also known as:

    • Marijuana Abuse
    • Marijuana
    • Cannabis Abuse
    • Marijuana Addiction
    • Problematic Marijuana Use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1210: Cannabis abuse, uncomplicated

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Porter typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Porter performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Porter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Porter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (937) 390-1700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Porter accept in Springfield, OH?

    Dr. Porter in Springfield, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Devoted Health

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Oscar Health

    • Pharmacy Network Services

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Porter's office located?

    Dr. Carl Douglas Porter's Primary Practice

    211 Northparke Dr

    Springfield, OH 45503

    (937) 390-1700

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    What is Dr. Porter's NPI number?A 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 1720087463.

    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. Carl Douglas Porter's specialty?

    Dr. Porter is a Physiatrist near Springfield, OH.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Carl Douglas Porter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Porter is affiliated with Mercy Health - Springfield Regional 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

    When to see a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Carl Douglas Porter accepting new patients in Springfield, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Carl Douglas Porter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Carl Douglas Porter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Porter's office at (937) 390-1700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Carl Douglas Porter?

    Please contact Dr. Porter's office at (937) 390-1700 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Porter's office located?

    Dr. Porter's office is located in Springfield, OH.