40 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hernandez Cano, Surgeon in Hialeah, FL?
Dr. Alejandro Hernandez Cano, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Hialeah, FL. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Hernandez Cano graduated from Universidad Mariano Galvez De Guatemala, Facultad De Ciencias Medicas Y De La Salud and completed his residency at Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, General Surgery. Dr. Hernandez Cano is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hernandez Cano’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hernandez Cano’s office at (305) 446-3636.
Where did Dr. Hernandez Cano go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, General Surgery
Medical School: University De San Carlos, Fac De Cien Med, Guatemala | Universidad Mariano Galvez De Guatemala, Facultad De Ciencias Medicas Y De La Salud | Universidad Mariano Galvez De Guatemala, Facultad De Ciencias Medicas Y De La Salud
Is Dr. Hernandez Cano board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Alejandro Hernandez Cano, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Hernandez Cano speak?
Dr. Hernandez Cano and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Hernandez Cano typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Hernandez Cano 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. Hernandez Cano. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Acute and Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
- Mixed cholecystitis with gallstones
- Acute and chronic gallbladder attack
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
- K8012: Calculus of gallbladder with acute and chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Gallstones with sudden gallbladder inflammation and blockage
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Acute cholecystitis with obstruction
- Blocked gallbladder with stones
- Obstructive cholecystitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8001: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis with obstruction
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Hernandez Cano typically perform?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Alejandro Hernandez Cano may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Hernandez Cano's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hernandez Cano accept my insurance?
Dr. Hernandez Cano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 446-3636 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hernandez Cano accept in Hialeah, FL?
Dr. Hernandez Cano in Hialeah, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Doctors Healthcare Plans
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Independent Living Systems
Medicare
Oscar Health
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of Florida
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hernandez Cano's office located?
Dr. Alejandro Hernandez Cano's Primary Practice
55 W 3rd St
Hialeah, FL 33010
(305) 446-3636
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Alejandro Hernandez Cano?
Dr. Hernandez Cano has appointments available at his Hialeah, FL office. Please select a date and time below.
What is Dr. Hernandez Cano's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hernandez Cano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285613679.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hernandez Cano?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hernandez Cano
What is Dr. Alejandro Hernandez Cano's specialty?
Dr. Hernandez Cano is a Surgeon near Hialeah, 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 this Dr. Alejandro Hernandez Cano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hernandez Cano is affiliated with Baptist Hospital Of Miami, Baptist Health South Miami Hospital, Jackson South Medical Center 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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Is Alejandro Hernandez Cano accepting new patients in Hialeah, FL?
Yes, Dr. Alejandro Hernandez Cano is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alejandro Hernandez Cano offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Hernandez Cano, or call (305) 446-3636 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Alejandro Hernandez Cano?
Please contact Dr. Hernandez Cano's office at (305) 446-3636 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alejandro Hernandez Cano have?
Dr. Alejandro Hernandez Cano is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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