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39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Porterfield, Cardiologist in Towson, MD?
Dr. James Porterfield, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Towson, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Porterfield graduated from West Virginia University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Johns Hopkins Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Porterfield is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Porterfield’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Porterfield’s office at (440) 849-8989.
Where did Dr. Porterfield go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Johns Hopkins Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Johns Hopkins Hosp, Internal Medicine | Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Program A
Medical School: Wv University School Of Medicine Morgantown | West Virginia University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Porterfield board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. James Porterfield, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Porterfield speak?
Dr. Porterfield and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Porterfield typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG
- Heart Bypass Graft
- Bypass Surgery Graft
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Porterfield typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. James Porterfield may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Porterfield's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Porterfield accept my insurance?
Dr. Porterfield accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (440) 849-8989 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Porterfield accept in Towson, MD?
Dr. Porterfield in Towson, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AMA Insurance Services
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Porterfield's office located?
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 1912991704.
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. James Porterfield's specialty?
Dr. Porterfield is a Cardiologist near Towson, MD.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. James Porterfield affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Porterfield is affiliated with Greater Baltimore Medical Center, The Johns Hopkins Hospital, Wellspan York Hospital 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 James Porterfield accepting new patients in Towson, MD?
Yes, Dr. James Porterfield is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Porterfield offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Porterfield's office at (440) 849-8989 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Porterfield?
Please contact Dr. Porterfield's office at (440) 849-8989 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Porterfield have?
Dr. James Porterfield is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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