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Dr. Josefina Hernandez, MD

Miami, FL

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hernandez, Family Medicine Specialist in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Josefina Hernandez, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL. She has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Hernandez is fluent in English 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) 264-1131.

    What languages does Dr. Hernandez speak?

    Dr. Hernandez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Hernandez treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Overweight
    • Severe Obesity
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    • Body Weight
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI
    • High BMI (Overweight)
    • Pre-Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified
    • E663: Overweight
    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Thyroid Disorder
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Thyroid Problem
    • Thyroid Gland Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E079: Disorder of thyroid, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Indigestion
    • Gas in the Digestive Tract
    • Indigestion (Dyspepsia)
    • Dyspepsia
    • Upset Stomach
    • Stomach Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K30: Functional dyspepsia

    Also known as:

    • Irregular Periods
    • Menstruation
    • Oligomenorrhea
    • Abnormal Menstrual Cycle

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N926: Irregular menstruation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • TMJ Joint Pain
    • Temporomandibular Disorder
    • Jaw joint pain
    • TMJ pain
    • Temporomandibular arthralgia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M26629: Arthralgia of temporomandibular joint, unspecified side

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    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:

    • Overweight
    • Body Weight
    • High Body Mass Index
    • Excess Weight
    • Weight Management Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6825: Body mass index [BMI] 25.0-25.9, adult

    Which procedures does Dr. Hernandez perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Josefina Hernandez may include:

    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) 264-1131 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hernandez accept in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Hernandez in Miami, 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

    • Doctors HealthCare Plans, Inc.

    • Health Plans

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • SGS North America Inc

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Hernandez's office located?

    Dr. Josefina Hernandez's Primary Practice

    8480 SW 8th St

    Miami, FL 33144

    (305) 264-1131

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    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 1760433429.

    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. Josefina Hernandez's specialty?

    Dr. Hernandez is a Family Medicine Specialist near Miami, FL. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Hernandez to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Josefina Hernandez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hernandez is affiliated with Keralty Hospital Miami, Baptist Hospital of Miami, HCA Florida Kendall Hospital, Baptist Health South Miami Hospital, Florida 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Josefina Hernandez accepting new patients in Miami, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Josefina Hernandez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Josefina Hernandez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hernandez's office at (305) 264-1131 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Josefina Hernandez?

    Please contact Dr. Hernandez's office at (305) 264-1131 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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