37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Hernandez-Rios, Internist in Pembroke Pines, FL?
Dr. Pedro Hernandez-Rios, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Pembroke Pines, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Hernandez-Rios graduated from Universidad de Costa Rica Facultad de Medicina and completed his residency at St. Barnabas Hospital, Bronx. Dr. Hernandez-Rios is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hernandez-Rios’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hernandez-Rios’s office at (954) 436-0555.
Where did Dr. Hernandez-Rios go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St. Barnabas Hospital, Bronx | Miami Children's Hospital Program
Medical School: Facultad De Medicina, Universidad De Costa Rica, San Jose Costa Rica | Universidad de Costa Rica Facultad de Medicina
Is Dr. Hernandez-Rios board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Pedro Hernandez-Rios, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hernandez-Rios speak?
Dr. Hernandez-Rios and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Hernandez-Rios treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Hernandez-Rios 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-Rios. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Other Mental Health Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Mental Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
- Behavioral Disorder Screening
- Psychological Evaluation
- Mental Wellness Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
- Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
Also known as:
- History of Falls
- Falls
- Previous falls
- Recurrent falls
- Risk of falling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9181: History of falling
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Medical Exam for Other Specific Reasons
- Health Screening
- Specific Reason Medical Check-up
- Observation for Specific Concerns
- Targeted Health Evaluation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0489: Encounter for examination and observation for other specified reasons
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Aorta
- Atherosclerosis
- Aortic artery hardening
- Aortic plaque buildup
- Aortic calcification
ICD-10 Codes:
- I700: Atherosclerosis of aorta
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
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:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Hernandez-Rios perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Pedro Hernandez-Rios 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-Rios' office.
Does Dr. Hernandez-Rios accept my insurance?
Dr. Hernandez-Rios accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 436-0555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hernandez-Rios accept in Pembroke Pines, FL?
Dr. Hernandez-Rios in Pembroke Pines, 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
AvMed Health Plan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medica HealthCare
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hernandez-Rios' office located?
Dr. Pedro Hernandez-Rios' Primary Practice
12177 Pembroke Rd
Pembroke Pines, FL 33025
(954) 436-0555
Dr. Pedro Hernandez-Rios' Practice 2
9960 Central Park Blvd N Ste 450
Boca Raton, FL 33428
What is Dr. Hernandez-Rios's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hernandez-Rios's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568497485.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hernandez-Rios?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hernandez-Rios
What is Dr. Pedro Hernandez-Rios's specialty?
Dr. Hernandez-Rios is a Internist near Pembroke Pines, FL.
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-Rios to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Pedro Hernandez-Rios affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hernandez-Rios is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Pedro Hernandez-Rios accepting new patients in Pembroke Pines, FL?
Yes, Dr. Pedro Hernandez-Rios is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pedro Hernandez-Rios offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hernandez-Rios's office at (954) 436-0555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pedro Hernandez-Rios?
Please contact Dr. Hernandez-Rios's office at (954) 436-0555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Pedro Hernandez-Rios have?
Dr. Pedro Hernandez-Rios is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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