Melissa Lawhorn Porter , PA-C
Physician Assistant • Savannah, GA
Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary
Melissa Porter, PA-C is a certified Physician Assistant practicing in Savannah, GA. With approximately 17 years of clinical experience since completing medical education in 2009, Melissa Porter delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 230 E DERENNE AVE.
Melissa Porter is affiliated with Urological Associates Of Savannah, Pc and accepts Medicare assignment.
Frequently performed procedures and clinical services include creatinine level to test for kidney function or muscle injury, automated urinalysis test, established patient outpatient office visit. Full Medicare procedure pricing transparency rates and service volume details are listed on this profile.
Practice Location & Contact Primary Location
230 E Derenne Ave
Savannah, GA 314056736
Medicare Profile & Education
Other
2009
✓ Accepts Assignment
In-Person Only
Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights
Comparative analytics for Physician Assistant in Savannah, GA
Practicing in Savannah, GA (4726 Statewide)
In-Person Office Visits Only
Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges
Clinical Seniority & Experience Comparison
Performed Procedures & Service Volume
Top Medicare Part B procedures performed by this practitioner
| HCPCS Code & Description | Services | Patients | Submitted Charge | Medicare Allowed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
82570
Creatinine level to test for kidney function or muscle injury
|
697 | 576 | $30.00 | $5.03 |
|
81003
Automated urinalysis test
|
533 | 451 | $27.00 | $2.18 |
|
99214
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more
|
485 | 429 | $249.91 | $101.31 |
|
99213
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes
|
243 | 222 | $200.00 | $71.91 |
|
36415
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample
|
229 | 218 | $25.00 | $8.57 |
|
81001
Manual urinalysis test with examination using microscope, automated
|
177 | 163 | $30.00 | $3.09 |
|
84153
Psa (prostate specific antigen) measurement, total
|
117 | 115 | $97.00 | $17.87 |
|
80053
Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals
|
110 | 101 | $69.00 | $10.35 |
|
85025
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count
|
102 | 93 | $43.00 | $7.61 |
|
51798
Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding
|
78 | 72 | $92.00 | $9.78 |
|
71046
X-ray of chest, 2 views
|
75 | 73 | $90.02 | $20.05 |
|
93005
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with tracing
|
70 | 68 | $60.00 | $5.58 |
|
51700
Simple bladder irrigation and/or instillation
|
39 | 20 | $180.00 | $59.03 |
|
74018
X-ray of abdomen, 1 view
|
36 | 36 | $125.00 | $22.66 |
|
51701
Insertion of temporary bladder tube
|
25 | 22 | $157.00 | $35.05 |
|
99212
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more
|
21 | 20 | $95.00 | $44.51 |
|
76770
Complete ultrasound scan behind abdominal cavity
|
16 | 16 | $350.00 | $64.00 |
|
G2211
Visit complexity inherent to evaluation and management associated with medical care services that serve as the continuing focal point for all needed health care services and/or with medical care services that are part of ongoing care related to a patient's
|
13 | 12 | $25.00 | $13.25 |
|
51702
Simple insertion of temporary bladder tube
|
13 | 12 | $237.00 | $48.01 |
|
96372
Injection beneath the skin or into muscle for therapy, diagnosis, or prevention
|
11 | 11 | $55.00 | $11.19 |
|
84403
Testosterone (hormone) level, total
|
11 | 11 | $142.00 | $25.29 |
Medical Specialties & State Licenses
NUCC Taxonomy Code: 363A00000X
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations
Urological Associates Of Savannah, Pc
230 E Derenne Ave, Savannah, GA 314056736
Urological Associates Of Savannah, Pc
230 E Derenne Ave, Savannah, GA 314056736
Phone: 9127904000
Practice Associates & Co-Workers
Healthcare professionals and specialists practicing at this location or sharing practice phone/fax
Urology
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Urology
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), Master of Public Health
Urology
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Urology
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Urology
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), Master of Public Health
Urology
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Career & Practice History Timeline
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NPI status registered as active in NPPES database
Registered at 230 E DERENNE AVE, SAVANNAH, GA 314056736 (Tel: 9127904000)
Registered at PO BOX 14459, SAVANNAH, GA 314161459 (Tel: 9127904000)
Recorded as MELISSA PORTER, PA-C
Physician Assistant (License #005563 in GA)
First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.
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Mailing Address
Po Box 14459
Savannah, GA 314161459
Phone: 9127904000
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