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Dr. Lorenzo Rodriguez Hernandez, MD

Trauma Surgeon, Critical Care Surgeon

Miami, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rodriguez Hernandez, Trauma Surgeon in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Lorenzo Rodriguez Hernandez, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Rodriguez Hernandez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rodriguez Hernandez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rodriguez Hernandez’s office at (305) 223-2000.

    What languages does Dr. Rodriguez Hernandez speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Rodriguez Hernandez typically treat?

    As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Rodriguez 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. Rodriguez 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Breathing Failure with Insufficient Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9691: Respiratory failure, unspecified with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sore
    • Pressure Sores
    • Bed Sore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89159: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, unspecified stage
    • L89156: Pressure-induced deep tissue damage of sacral region

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    What procedures does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Rodriguez Hernandez typically perform?

    As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Rodriguez Hernandez 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. Rodriguez 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Planned Tracheostomy
    • Tracheotomy
    • Surgical Airway Creation
    • Breathing Tube Placement (Surgical)
    • Neck Airway Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 31600: Tracheostomy, planned (separate procedure);

    Also known as:

    • Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
    • Central Line Placement
    • CVC Insertion
    • Temporary Central Line
    • IV Access Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
    • Central Line Removal
    • Tunneled Catheter Extraction
    • Venous Access Device Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump

    Also known as:

    • Temporary Vein Access for Dialysis
    • Vein-to-Vein Cannula Insertion
    • Dialysis Catheter Placement (Vein)
    • Vascular Access for Hemodialysis

    CPT Codes:

    • 36800: Insertion of cannula for hemodialysis, other purpose (separate procedure); vein to vein

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Debridement
    • Muscle Cleaning Procedure
    • Fascia Debridement
    • Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)

    CPT Codes:

    • 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Open Bone Biopsy (Deep)
    • Biopsy
    • Deep Bone Biopsy
    • Surgical Bone Biopsy
    • Humeral Shaft Biopsy
    • Femoral Shaft Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 20245: Biopsy, bone, open; deep (eg, humeral shaft, ischium, femoral shaft)

    Does Dr. Rodriguez Hernandez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rodriguez Hernandez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 223-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Rodriguez Hernandez in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Doctors Healthcare Plans

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Leon Health Holdings

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Sentara Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Rodriguez Hernandez's office located?

    Dr. Lorenzo Rodriguez Hernandez's Primary Practice

    11760 SW 40th St Ste 722

    Miami, FL 33175

    (305) 223-2000

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    Dr. Lorenzo Rodriguez Hernandez's Practice 2

    11750 Bird Rd

    Miami, FL 33175

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    What is Dr. Rodriguez Hernandez's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Rodriguez Hernandez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679079826.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rodriguez Hernandez?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rodriguez Hernandez

    What is Dr. Lorenzo Rodriguez Hernandez's specialty?

    Dr. Rodriguez Hernandez is a Trauma Surgeon near Miami, FL.

    What does a Trauma Surgeon do?

    Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency.

    Is Dr. Lorenzo Rodriguez Hernandez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rodriguez Hernandez is affiliated with Hca Florida Kendall Hospital, Keralty Hospital Miami, Baptist Hospital Of Miami, West Kendall Baptist Hospital, Memorial Hospital West, Palmetto General Hospital 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 Dr. Lorenzo Rodriguez Hernandez accepting new patients in Miami, FL?

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

    Does Dr. Lorenzo Rodriguez Hernandez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rodriguez Hernandez's office at (305) 223-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lorenzo Rodriguez Hernandez?

    Please contact Dr. Rodriguez Hernandez's office at (305) 223-2000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Rodriguez Hernandez's office located?

    Dr. Rodriguez Hernandez's office is located in Miami, FL.