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Who is Dr. Vega-Fernandez, Pediatric Rheumatologist in Cincinnati, OH?
Dr. Patricia Vega-Fernandez, MD is a Pediatric Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Cincinnati, OH with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Vega-Fernandez graduated from Universidad del Cauca Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud. Dr. Vega-Fernandez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vega-Fernandez’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vega-Fernandez’s office at (404) 785-5437.
Where did Dr. Vega-Fernandez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Universidad del Cauca Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud
What languages does Dr. Vega-Fernandez speak?
Dr. Vega-Fernandez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Vega-Fernandez treat?
As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, Dr. Vega-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. Vega-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.
Also known as:
- Pauciarticular Juvenile Arthritis
- Juvenile Arthritis
- Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
- Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Oligoarticular JIA
- Few-joint juvenile arthritis
- Childhood oligoarthritis
- JIA
- Childhood arthritis
- Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0840: Pauciarticular juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified site
- M083: Juvenile rheumatoid polyarthritis (seronegative)
- M0880: Other juvenile arthritis, unspecified site
- M0820: Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis with systemic onset, unspecified site
- M08461: Pauciarticular juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, right knee
- M0809: Unspecified juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Hypermobility Syndrome
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Benign Joint Hypermobility Syndrome
- Double-Jointedness
- Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder
- Systemic Connective Tissue Disease
- Rheumatic Connective Tissue Disease
- Autoimmune Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M357: Hypermobility syndrome
- M359: Systemic involvement of connective tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Right Knee Joint Swelling
- Joint Disorder
- Fluid in right knee joint
- Right knee effusion
- Swollen right knee joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25461: Effusion, right knee
Also known as:
- Scleroderma
- Systemic scleroderma
- Systemic Sclerosis
- Hardening of the Skin
- Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M349: Systemic sclerosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Juvenile Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Childhood psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis arthritis in kids
- Pediatric psoriatic joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4054: Psoriatic juvenile arthropathy
Also known as:
- Fluid in Left Knee Joint
- Joint Disorder
- Swollen Left Knee
- Left Knee Effusion
- Water on the Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25462: Effusion, left knee
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Right Ankle and Foot Pain
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Ankle
- Sore Right Foot
- Aching Right Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot
Also known as:
- Right Wrist Pain
- Pain
- Wrist Injuries and Disorder
- Aching right wrist
- Sore right wrist
- Right wrist discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25531: Pain in right wrist
Also known as:
- Right Leg Pain
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right lower limb
- Right leg discomfort
- Aching right leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79604: Pain in right leg
Which procedures does Dr. Vega-Fernandez perform as a Pediatric Rheumatologist?
As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Patricia Vega-Fernandez may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Vega-Fernandez's office.
Does Dr. Vega-Fernandez accept my insurance?
Dr. Vega-Fernandez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 785-5437 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vega-Fernandez accept in Cincinnati, OH?
Dr. Vega-Fernandez in Cincinnati, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medical Mutual
Molina
State of Kentucky
State of Ohio
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Vega-Fernandez's office located?
Dr. Patricia Vega-Fernandez's Primary Practice
3333 Burnet Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45229
(404) 785-5437
Dr. Patricia Vega-Fernandez's Practice 2
7777 Yankee Rd Ste 16022
Liberty Township, OH 45044
What is Dr. Vega-Fernandez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vega-Fernandez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558542514.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vega-Fernandez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vega-Fernandez
What is Dr. Patricia Vega-Fernandez's specialty?
Dr. Vega-Fernandez is a Pediatric Rheumatologist near Cincinnati, OH. A pediatrician specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. A pediatric rheumatologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries, and collagen diseases. Contact Dr. Vega-Fernandez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Patricia Vega-Fernandez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Vega-Fernandez is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Cincinnati Childrens - Burnet Campus. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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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Is Patricia Vega-Fernandez accepting new patients in Cincinnati, OH?
Yes, Dr. Patricia Vega-Fernandez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Patricia Vega-Fernandez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vega-Fernandez's office at (404) 785-5437 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Patricia Vega-Fernandez?
Please contact Dr. Vega-Fernandez's office at (404) 785-5437 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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