CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Avila Hernandez, Family Medicine Specialist in Taft, CA?
Dr. Carol Avila Hernandez, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Taft, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Avila Hernandez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Avila Hernandez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Avila Hernandez’s office at (661) 328-4284.
What languages does Dr. Avila Hernandez speak?
Dr. Avila Hernandez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Avila Hernandez typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Avila 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. Avila 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:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Acne Vulgaris
- Acne
- Common acne
- Pimples
- Breakouts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L700: Acne vulgaris
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Thickened Skin Condition
- Rashes
- Skin Condition
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
- Skin hypertrophy
- Hypertrophic skin disorder
- Skin thickening
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
- L918: Other hypertrophic disorders of the skin
Also known as:
- Psoriasis
- Scaly Skin Condition
- Chronic Skin Disease
- Autoimmune Skin Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- L409: Psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seborrheic Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- SK
- Senile Wart
- Barnacle of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- L821: Other seborrheic keratosis
Also known as:
- Actinic Keratosis
- Skin Condition
- Sun Exposure
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Solar keratosis
- Precancerous skin lesion
- Rough sun spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L570: Actinic keratosis
Also known as:
- Rosacea
- Facial redness
- Adult acne
- Rosy cheeks condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L719: Rosacea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Wart
- Warts
- Skin growth
- Common wart
- Verruca
ICD-10 Codes:
- B079: Viral wart, unspecified
Also known as:
- Suture Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Stitch removal
- Taking out stitches
- Post-surgery suture care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4802: Encounter for removal of sutures
Also known as:
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Condition
- Dandruff
- Cradle cap
- Flaky skin condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L219: Seborrheic dermatitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Avila Hernandez typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Avila 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. Avila 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:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Skin Conditions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
- 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy
- Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Skin Biopsy (Additional Site)
- Shave Biopsy
- Tangential Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Punch Biopsy
- Dermal Punch Biopsy
- Shave biopsy
- Tangential skin biopsy
- Scoop biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
- 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion
- 11103: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); each separate/additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Injection for Skin Lesions (Up to 7)
- Intralesional Injection
- Lesion Injection Therapy
- Steroid Injection for Skin Bumps
CPT Codes:
- 11900: Injection, intralesional; up to and including 7 lesions
Does Dr. Avila Hernandez accept my insurance?
Dr. Avila Hernandez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 328-4284 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Avila Hernandez accept in Taft, CA?
Dr. Avila Hernandez in Taft, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Bexar County Hospital District
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Kern Health Systems
Managed Care of America
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Avila Hernandez's office located?
Dr. Carol Avila Hernandez's Primary Practice
100 E North St
Taft, CA 93268
(661) 328-4284
What is Dr. Avila Hernandez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Avila Hernandez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841949054.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Avila Hernandez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Avila Hernandez
What is Dr. Carol Avila Hernandez's specialty?
Dr. Avila Hernandez is a Family Medicine Specialist near Taft, CA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Carol Avila Hernandez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Avila Hernandez is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio, Mercy Hospital Downtown, Bakersfield Memorial 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 Carol Avila Hernandez accepting new patients in Taft, CA?
Yes, Dr. Carol Avila Hernandez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carol Avila Hernandez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Avila Hernandez's office at (661) 328-4284 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carol Avila Hernandez?
Please contact Dr. Avila Hernandez's office at (661) 328-4284 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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