Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hernandez, Hospitalist in Downers Grove, IL?
Dr. Basil Hernandez, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Downers Grove, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hernandez graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Internal Medicine. Dr. Hernandez is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hernandez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hernandez’s office at (630) 801-2678.
Where did Dr. Hernandez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Internal Medicine | Colorado Health Foundation Presbyterian-St Luke's Medical Center Program
Medical School: St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo | Saint Louis University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Hernandez board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Basil Hernandez, MD is board certified by the 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
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Hernandez typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, 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:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Hernandez typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Basil Hernandez may include:
Please contact Dr. Hernandez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hernandez accept my insurance?
Dr. Hernandez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (630) 801-2678 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hernandez accept in Downers Grove, IL?
Dr. Hernandez in Downers Grove, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Hernandez's office located?
Dr. Basil Hernandez's Primary Practice
3815 Highland Ave
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 801-2678
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 1144327602.
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. Basil Hernandez's specialty?
Dr. Hernandez is a Hospitalist near Downers Grove, IL.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Basil Hernandez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hernandez is affiliated with Advocate Lutheran General Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Basil Hernandez accepting new patients in Downers Grove, IL?
No, Dr. Basil Hernandez is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Basil Hernandez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hernandez's office at (630) 801-2678 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Basil Hernandez?
Please contact Dr. Hernandez's office at (630) 801-2678 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Basil Hernandez have?
Dr. Basil Hernandez is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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