Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hernandez, Internist in Pittsfield, MA?
Dr. Felix Hernandez, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Pittsfield, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Pathology and American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Hernandez graduated from St George',s University and completed his residency at Bergen Reg Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; St Michael'S Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Hernandez is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hernandez’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hernandez’s office at (305) 534-0076.
Where did Dr. Hernandez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Bergen Reg Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; St Michael'S Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Bergen Pines Co Hospital | Bergen Regional Medical Center Program
Medical School: St George',s University | St. George's University School of Medicine | Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine
Is Dr. Hernandez board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Felix Hernandez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology , American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hernandez speak?
Dr. Hernandez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Hernandez treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Hernandez 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. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Slow Heart Rate
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Past Heart Attack
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
- Previous Heart Attack
- Old Myocardial Infarction
- Prior Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
- I252: Old myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Which procedures does Dr. Hernandez perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Felix Hernandez may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hernandez's office.
Does Dr. Hernandez accept my insurance?
Dr. Hernandez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 534-0076 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hernandez accept in Pittsfield, MA?
Dr. Hernandez in Pittsfield, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AultCare
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medical Mutual
Medicare
State of Nevada
State of Ohio
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hernandez's office located?
Dr. Felix Hernandez's Primary Practice
777 North St # 4
Pittsfield, MA 01201
(305) 534-0076
What is Dr. Hernandez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hernandez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518072529.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hernandez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hernandez
What is Dr. Felix Hernandez's specialty?
Dr. Hernandez is a Internist near Pittsfield, MA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Hernandez to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Felix Hernandez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hernandez is affiliated with Union Hospital - Dover, OH, Aultman Hospital, Benefis Health System-East Campus 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Felix Hernandez accepting new patients in Pittsfield, MA?
Yes, Dr. Felix Hernandez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Felix Hernandez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hernandez's office at (305) 534-0076 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Felix Hernandez?
Please contact Dr. Hernandez's office at (305) 534-0076 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Felix Hernandez have?
Dr. Felix Hernandez is certified by the American Board of Pathology and American Board of Internal Medicine.
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