Summary

Dr. Thomas Porter is an experienced physician specializing in internal medicine, pediatrics, and emergency medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School and has been practicing for 37 years. Dr. Porter is multilingual, speaking Spanish, Chinese, French, and English to better serve his diverse patient community.

Dr. Porter practices at Harris Health System locations including Ben Taub Hospital and LBJ Hospital in Houston, Texas. He treats conditions such as high blood pressure, mood disorders in children, and hypertensive emergencies. His procedures include coordinating physical therapy, speech therapy, and ordering complete blood counts to help diagnose various health conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 4
  • 37 years of experience
  • 54 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Chinese, French, English
  • University Of Michigan Medical School
  • 3 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Thomas William Porter has 2 locations

Lbj Hospital

5656 Kelley StHouston, TX 77026

Ben Taub Hospital

1504 Taub LoopHouston, TX 77030

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Speaks Spanish, Chinese, French, English Speaks French, Arabic, English Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi, Urdu
Houston , TXHouston , TXHouston , TXHouston , TX
Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School Med School: Shiraz University of Medical Sciences Med School: New Jersey Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Thomas William Porter

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - HMO
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Community Health Choice
  • Community Health Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Devoted Health
  • GEHA
  • Health Choice Arizona
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • KelseyCare Advantage
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Memorial Hermann
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • ProCare Advantage
  • ProCare Advantage - HMO
  • ProCare Advantage - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Texas Children's Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Texas Independence Health Plan (TIHP)
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - HMO
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Thomas William Porter has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Thomas William Porter has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Emergency Medicine
  • Pediatrics

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Michigan Medical SchoolGraduated in 1989

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Thomas Porter accepting new patients?
Dr. Thomas Porter has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Thomas Porter accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Thomas Porter accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Thomas Porter affiliated with?
Dr. Thomas Porter is affiliated with Harris Health System Ben Taub Hospital and Lbj Hospital.
What languages does Dr. Thomas Porter speak?
Dr. Thomas Porter speaks Spanish, Chinese, French, and English.
Where is Dr. Thomas Porter's office located?
Dr. Thomas Porter's office is located at 5656 Kelley St, Houston, TX, 77026.

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