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Dr. Rafael Portela, MD
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery* Age 70
Dr. Rafael Portela, MD

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Dr. Rafael Portela, MD is an Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Specialist in Miami, FL.
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Dr. Rafael Portela, MD

Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery* Age 70
Miami, FL
Accepting new patients
45 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Rafael Portela, MD is an Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Specialist in Miami, FL.
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Dr. Portela graduated from PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY / ABINGTON-OGONTZ CAMPUS. Dr. Rafael Portela, MD is an Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Specialist in Miami, FL and has 45 years experience. Dr. Portela currently practices at Practice and is affiliated with Coral Gables Hospital and Nicklaus Children's Hospital. Dr. Portela's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Portela is board certified in Otolaryngology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

Experience Check

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Ear Tube Placement
Adenoidectomy
Intranasal or Sinus Procedure
Ear Tube Placement
Adenoidectomy
Intranasal or Sinus Procedure
Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
Tonsillectomy
Acute Laryngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Tonsillitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Rhinitis
Cholesteatoma
Chronic Adenoid Infection
Chronic Laryngitis
Chronic Sinusitis
Chronic Tonsillitis
Cleft Palate
Conductive Hearing Loss
Cough
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Deafness
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Deviated Septum
Dizziness
Dysphagia
Earwax Buildup
Enlarged Turbinates
Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Head and Neck Cancer
Head or Neck Lump or Swelling
Headache
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Hyperacusis
Laryngitis
Loss of Smell and Taste
Malignant Otitis Externa
Meniere's Disease
Myringitis
Nasal Polyp
Nosebleed
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome
Oral Cancer
Oral or Facial Cleft
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Perforated Eardrum
Pharyngitis
Salivary Gland Cancer
Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Throat Pain
Tinnitus
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TMJ
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Tongue-Tie
Tonsil Cancer
Tonsillitis
Vertigo
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Vocal Cord Nodule
Vocal Cord Paralysis
Wheezing
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Ablation or Excision of Nasal Turbinates
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Audiometry
Carotid Ultrasound
Diagnostic Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy
Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
Excision or Destruction of Tongue Lesion
Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)
Frenectomy
Hearing Screening
Home Sleep Study
Middle Ear Implant Candidacy Evaluation
Oral Cancer Screening
Radiofrequency Ablation Turbinate
Sleep Study
Thyroid Scan
Ultrasound, Thyroid
Vestibule and Floor of Mouth Excision or Destruction
Wound Repair

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  • Choice Plus POS II
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    Aetna
    Open Choice PPO
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
  • myBlue EPO
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  • Wellspan Health PPO
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  • Preferred Patient Care
    Blue Select PPO
  • Blue Card High Performance Network HPN
    Blue Card PPO
  • Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
  • Empower - Small Employer Groups
    Engage (large group) HMO
    Focus - Small Employer Groups
  • SureFit South Florida
    Cigna PPO
    Open Access Plus
  • Blue Preferred Patient Care PPO
  • Navigate POS
    Options PPO
    Choice Plus POS
    Medica Choice
    Navigate HMO
    Nexus Open Access

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Specialties*
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Specialties*
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Rafael Portela, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Portela's profile.

Dr. Rafael Portela, MD is affiliated with Coral Gables Hospital and Nicklaus Children's Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Rafael Portela, MD holds board certification in Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.

Education
Medical Education
  • PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY / ABINGTON-OGONTZ CAMPUS
    1981
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Board Certifications
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Hospital Affiliations

  • Coral Gables Hospital

    3100 S Douglas Rd, Coral Gables, FL

  • Nicklaus Children's Hospital

    3100 SW 62nd Ave, Miami, FL

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