Dr. Lewis Porter, M.D.
General Surgery
20+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
2 locations
About Dr. Lewis Porter
Lewis Porter, M.D. is a healthcare provider practicing in Benton, AR.
Specialty Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
25
Years Experience
2
Locations
1
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Primary Specialty
General SurgeryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Mayo Medical School
Class of 2001
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 1 state
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | E5015 | Surgery |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Lewis Porter
With 20 years of practice, Dr. Lewis Porter is an established general surgery provider, M.D., after earning their medical degree at Mayo Medical School in 2001. Dr. currently practices across 2 facilities, including Saline Clinics Llc in Benton, Arkansas. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1407883044, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. Lewis Porter as a moderate-volume general surgery provider, treating approximately 559 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 1K services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates balanced experience across typical Medicare conditions.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Lewis Porter received $153 in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$153
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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General Surgery Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 72015
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Lewis Porter
What does Dr. Lewis Porter specialize in?
Dr. Lewis Porter specializes in General Surgery.
Where does Dr. Lewis Porter practice?
Dr. Lewis Porter practices at Saline Clinics Llc in Benton, Arkansas. Dr. is also affiliated with 1 additional facility, listed below.
Does Dr. Lewis Porter accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Lewis Porter accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 559 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Lewis Porter's NPI number?
Dr. Lewis Porter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1407883044. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Lewis Porter been practicing?
Dr. Lewis Porter has approximately 20 years of practice experience, having graduated from Mayo Medical School in 2001.