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Dr. Steven Portouw, MD

San Diego, CA

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Portouw, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Steven Portouw, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Portouw completed his residency at Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Emergency Medicine; Naval Reg Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Portouw is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Portouw’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Portouw’s office at (858) 605-7171.

    Where did Dr. Portouw go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Emergency Medicine; Naval Reg Med Ctr, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda

    Is Dr. Portouw board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Steven Portouw, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Portouw speak?

    Dr. Portouw and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Portouw treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Portouw 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. Portouw. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Portouw perform as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Steven Portouw may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Portouw's office.

    Does Dr. Portouw accept my insurance?

    Dr. Portouw accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 605-7171 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Portouw accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Portouw in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Hackensack Meridian Health

    • HealthComp

    • Medicare

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Portouw's office located?

    Dr. Steven Portouw's Primary Practice

    15004 Innovation Dr

    San Diego, CA 92128

    (858) 605-7171

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    Dr. Steven Portouw's Practice 2

    354 Santa Fe Dr

    Encinitas, CA 92024

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

    Dr. Portouw's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659371995.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Portouw?

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

    What is Dr. Steven Portouw's specialty?

    Dr. Portouw is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Diego, CA. 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. Portouw to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Steven Portouw affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Portouw is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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 Steven Portouw accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Steven Portouw is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Steven Portouw offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Portouw's office at (858) 605-7171 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Steven Portouw?

    Please contact Dr. Portouw's office at (858) 605-7171 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Steven Portouw have?

    Dr. Steven Portouw is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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