Summary

Dr. Verna Porter is a neurologist who specializes in both neurology and geriatric medicine. They completed medical school at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and went on to complete residency training at UCLA Medical Center. With 32 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Porter brings extensive expertise to patient care. They provide medical services in English.

Dr. Porter practices at Ronald Reagan University of California Los Angeles Medical Center and sees patients in Santa Monica, California. They focus on treating cognitive impairment, Alzheimer's disease, and amnesia. Their clinical expertise includes adult neurology and behavioral neurology approaches to patient care. Patients have given Dr. Porter an average rating of 3.5 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.5
  • 32 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Ucla Medical Center
  • 12 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 22 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

  • Spent time with me
  • Provided follow-up after the visit
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Location

Pacific Brain Health Center

1301 20th Street #150Santa Monica, CA 90404
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, German, Persian, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish, Farsi Speaks English
Santa Monica , CACORONA DEL MAR , CAOrange , CAWalnut Creek , CA
Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine Med School: San Juan Bautista School Of Medicine Med School: University Of California Davis School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Verna R. Porter

  • Aetna
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CalOptima
  • GEHA
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Providence Health Plans
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Verna R. Porter has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Verna R. Porter has the following 22 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Ataxia
  • Concussion
  • Dementia Related Behavioral Disorders
  • Electromyography
  • Epilepsy
  • Facial Pain
  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Geriatrician
  • Guillain-Barre Syndrome
  • Headache
  • Hydrocephalus
  • Memory Disorders
  • Migraine Disorder
  • Migraine Disorders
  • Movement Disorders
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Neurologist
  • Primary Headache Disorders
  • Sleep Disorders
  • Stroke

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

Verna R. Porter holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Ucla Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla in 1994.

NPI Number

Verna R. Porter's NPI number is 1730107012.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Verna Porter affiliated with?
Verna Porter is affiliated with Ronald Reagan University Of California Los Angeles Medical Center.
Where is Verna Porter's office located?
Verna Porter's office is located at 1301 20th Street #150, Santa Monica, CA, 90404.
Does Verna Porter accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Verna Porter has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Verna Porter accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Verna Porter accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Verna Porter accepting new patients?
Verna Porter is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Verna Porter's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

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