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Dr. Russell Porter, MD

Dr. Russell Porter, MD

Family Medicine Specialist, Geriatric Medicine Specialist

Rockville Centre, NY

42 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Porter, Family Medicine Specialist in Rockville Centre, NY?

    Dr. Russell Porter, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Rockville Centre, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified. Dr. Porter completed his residency at University Hosp, Family Medicine; Nassau Co Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Porter is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Porter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Porter’s office at (516) 255-8400.

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

    • Residency: University Hosp, Family Medicine; Nassau Co Med Ctr, Family Medicine

    Is Dr. Porter board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Russell Porter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Porter speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Porter typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Women's Health Checkup
    • Women's checkup, all clear
    • Pelvic exam, normal results
    • OB/GYN visit, no issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Porter typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Russell Porter may include:

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

    Does Dr. Porter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Porter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 255-8400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Porter accept in Rockville Centre, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Porter's office located?

    Dr. Russell Porter's Primary Practice

    2000 N Village Ave Ste 314

    Rockville Centre, NY 11570

    (516) 255-8400

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    Dr. Russell Porter's Practice 2

    196 Merrick Rd

    Oceanside, NY 11572

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    Dr. Russell Porter's Practice 3

    1 Healthy Way

    Oceanside, NY 11572

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    What hospitals are Dr. Porter affiliated with?

    Dr. Porter has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Mercy Hospital - Rockville Centre,Rockville Centre, NY

    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 1275511560.

    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. Russell Porter's specialty?

    Dr. Porter is a Family Medicine Specialist near Rockville Centre, NY.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

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

    No, Dr. Porter is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Mercy Hospital - Rockville Centre. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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. Russell Porter accepting new patients in Rockville Centre, NY?

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

    Does Dr. Russell Porter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Porter's office at (516) 255-8400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Russell Porter?

    Please contact Dr. Porter's office at (516) 255-8400 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Porter's office located?

    Dr. Porter's offices are located in Rockville Centre, NY and Oceanside, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Russell Porter have?

    Dr. Russell Porter is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.