Dr. Alfredo Fernandez, MD

Tampa, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Fernandez, Surgeon in Tampa, FL?

Dr. Alfredo Fernandez, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL. He is board certified. Dr. Fernandez graduated from Universidad Nacional Pedro Henriquez Urena and completed his residency at Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, General Surgery. Dr. Fernandez is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fernandez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fernandez’s office at (813) 496-9663.

Where did Dr. Fernandez go to medical school and complete their residency?

Residency: Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, General Surgery | Ochsner Clinic Foundation Program
Medical School: Instituto Superior De Ciencias Medicas De La Habana,Havana, Cuba | Universidad Nacional Pedro Henriquez Urena | Angeles University Foundation School of Medicine

Is Dr. Fernandez board certified as a Surgeon?

Yes, Dr. Alfredo Fernandez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

What languages does Dr. Fernandez speak?

Dr. Fernandez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

English
Portuguese
Spanish

What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Fernandez typically treat?

As a Surgeon, Dr. Fernandez diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Fernandez. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

Also known as:

Severe Obesity
Obesity
Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
Morbid Obesity
Extreme Obesity
Class 3 Obesity

ICD-10 Codes:

E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

Also known as:

High Blood Pressure
Hypertension
Primary Hypertension
Essential Hypertension

ICD-10 Codes:

I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

Also known as:

Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
Bile Duct Disease
Gallstones
Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
Long-term gallbladder inflammation

ICD-10 Codes:

K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction

Also known as:

Deficiency of Other Vitamins
Malnutrition
Vitamins
Rare Vitamin Deficiencies
Uncommon Vitamin Shortages
Multiple Vitamin Deficiencies

ICD-10 Codes:

E568: Deficiency of other vitamins

Also known as:

Groin Hernia (One Side)
Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
Single Groin Hernia
Hernia in One Groin

ICD-10 Codes:

K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Fernandez typically perform?

As a Surgeon, Dr. Fernandez performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Fernandez. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

Also known as:

Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

CPT Codes:

47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

Also known as:

Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
Ventral hernia repair
Umbilical hernia surgery
Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
Incisional hernia repair

CPT Codes:

49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible

Also known as:

Autologous Soft Tissue Graft
Fat Grafting
Dermal Graft
Fascia Graft
Tissue Transfer

CPT Codes:

15769: Grafting of autologous soft tissue, other, harvested by direct excision (eg, fat, dermis, fascia)

Does Dr. Fernandez accept my insurance?

Dr. Fernandez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 496-9663 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Fernandez accept in Tampa, FL?

Dr. Fernandez in Tampa, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Fernandez's office located?

Dr. Alfredo Fernandez's Primary Practice

6101 Webb Rd Ste 101

Tampa, FL 33615

(813) 496-9663

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What hospitals are Dr. Fernandez affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Fernandez has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Hca Florida Oak Hill Hospital,Brooksville, FL

Ranked Cancer Surgery

Ranked in 2 Procedures

Hca Florida South Tampa Hospital,Tampa, FL

Ranked General Surgery

Ranked in 2 Procedures

Adventhealth Carrollwood,Tampa, FL

What is Dr. Fernandez's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

Dr. Fernandez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093829103.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fernandez?

Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fernandez

What is Dr. Alfredo Fernandez's specialty?

Dr. Fernandez is a Surgeon near Tampa, FL.

What does a Surgeon do?

General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

Is Dr. Alfredo Fernandez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Fernandez is affiliated with Hca Florida Oak Hill Hospital, Hca Florida South Tampa Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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