Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lora, Specialist in Miami, FL?
Dr. Fernando Lora, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL. Dr. Lora graduated from Universidad Mayor De San Andres, Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency at Texas Heart Inst, Cardiovascular Surgery; Wilson Mem Reg Med Ctr, General Surgery; Prince George'S Hosp Ctr, General Surgery; Dc Gen Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Lora is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lora’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lora’s office at (305) 220-0300.
Where did Dr. Lora go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Texas Heart Inst, Cardiovascular Surgery; Wilson Mem Reg Med Ctr, General Surgery; Prince George'S Hosp Ctr, General Surgery; Dc Gen Hosp, General Surgery | Texas Heart Institute/Baylor College of Medicine Program
Medical School: University Mayor De San Simon- Fac De Cien De La Salud- Cochabamba- Bolivia | Universidad Mayor De San Simon, Facultad De Ciencias De La Salud | Universidad Mayor De San Andres, Facultad De Medicina
What languages does Dr. Lora speak?
Dr. Lora and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Lora typically treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Lora 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. Lora. 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:
- Varicose Veins
- Spider Veins
- Venous Insufficiency
- Chronic Venous Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83813: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with pain
Also known as:
- Pelvic and Perineal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Perineum pain
- Pelvic floor pain
- Pain in groin area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R102: Pelvic and perineal pain
Also known as:
- Trunk Lump or Swelling
- Body Mass
- Torso Lump
- Trunk Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R222: Localized swelling, mass and lump, trunk
Also known as:
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- HPV and Pap Test Results
- Pap Test
- HPV Test
- Cervical Smear
- Early Cervical Cancer Detection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix
Also known as:
- Skin Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Dermatologic surgery recovery
- Skin graft aftercare
- Subcutaneous tissue post-op care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48817: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the skin and subcutaneous tissue
What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Lora typically perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Lora 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. Lora. 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:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
- Large Benign Skin Lesion Removal
- Benign Skin Growth Excision
- Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
- Mole Removal
- Skin Tumor Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
- Large Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11403: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
- 11406: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm
Also known as:
- Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
- Benign Skin Lesion Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
- Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)
- Benign Skin Growth Excision
- Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
- Excision of Non-Cancerous Skin Lesion
CPT Codes:
- 11402: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
- 11401: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
Also known as:
- Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
- Breast Tissue Sample
- Breast Lesion Biopsy with Clip
CPT Codes:
- 19083: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Does Dr. Lora accept my insurance?
Dr. Lora accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 220-0300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lora accept in Miami, FL?
Dr. Lora in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Gold Kidney Health Plan
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lora's office located?
Dr. Fernando Lora's Primary Practice
8300 W Flagler St Ste 175
Miami, FL 33144
(305) 220-0300
What is Dr. Lora's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lora's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427143908.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lora?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lora
What is Dr. Fernando Lora's specialty?
Dr. Lora is a Specialist near Miami, FL.
Is this Dr. Fernando Lora affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lora is affiliated with Reading Hospital Tower Health, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Holyoke Medical Center, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, North Oaks Medical Center, Riverside Regional 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 Fernando Lora accepting new patients in Miami, FL?
Yes, Dr. Fernando Lora is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fernando Lora offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lora's office at (305) 220-0300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fernando Lora?
Please contact Dr. Lora's office at (305) 220-0300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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