Laura Porterfield, MD
NPI 1790980993 · Family Medicine Physician · Galveston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Laura Porterfield, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Galveston, TX (NPI 1790980993).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1790980993
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- P8067 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
481 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 246 | $95 |
| 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'SG2211 | 131 | $16 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 53 | $128 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 34 | $64 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 17 | $77 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 99 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 309 | 109 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 225 | 78 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 159 | 54 |
| Gabapentin | 152 | 46 |
| Lisinopril | 144 | 53 |
| Losartan Potassium | 142 | 47 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$47 across 3 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 301 University BlvdGalveston, TX 77555-1385Phone: (409) 772-2166Fax: (409) 772-2663
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-06-18
- Last updated
- 2026-03-11
- Certified
- 2026-03-11
Frequently asked questions
- What is Laura Porterfield's NPI number?
- Laura Porterfield's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1790980993, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Laura Porterfield's specialty?
- Laura Porterfield is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Laura Porterfield located?
- Laura Porterfield's practice location on file with NPPES is 400 Harborside Dr, Galveston, TX 77555-0001.
- What is Laura Porterfield's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Laura Porterfield is (409) 772-2166.
- Does Laura Porterfield accept Medicare?
- Laura Porterfield is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Laura Porterfield's NPI active?
- Yes — Laura Porterfield's NPI (1790980993) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-03-11.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.