Expertise in
9
conditions
Expertise in
9
conditions
University Of Texas Medical Branch
301 University Blvd, 
Galveston, TX 

Overview

Laura Porterfield is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Galveston, Texas.

Dr. Porterfield is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 26 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

Family Medicine

Licenses

Family Medicine in TX

Hospital Affiliations

University Of Texas Medical Branch Galveston

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Absolute Total Care South Carolina
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Community Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
Community Health Choice
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
Devoted Health
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Kaiser Permanente
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Meridian Choice
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Superior Health Plan
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

University of Texas Medical Branch
301 University Blvd, Galveston, TX 77555
Other Locations
Office
400 Harborside Dr Ste 104, Galveston, TX 77550

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Laura Porterfield

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Laura Porterfield?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Laura Porterfield by calling their office at 409-772-2166. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Laura Porterfield a top-rated expert for Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Laura Porterfield is classified as an Advanced expert for Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Laura Porterfield specialize in?

While Dr. Laura Porterfield is a Family Medicine, they have specific expertise in Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Familial Hypertension. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Family Medicine.

Does Dr. Laura Porterfield participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Laura Porterfield has published 26 articles and abstracts on conditions like Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). You can view a list of Dr. Laura Porterfield's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Laura Porterfield accept my insurance?

Dr. Laura Porterfield accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Aetna. We recommend calling the office directly at 409-772-2166 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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