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Dr. Carlos Hernandez, MD
Coral Gables, FL
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Hernandez, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Coral Gables, FL?
Dr. Carlos Hernandez, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Coral Gables, FL. Dr. Hernandez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hernandez’s office at (305) 661-1515.
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 a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hernandez typically treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
- Health Checkup
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
- Early infant health exam
- First week baby checkup
- Post-delivery newborn exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
- Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Obesity
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- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
What procedures does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hernandez typically perform?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Carlos Hernandez may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
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 (305) 661-1515 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hernandez accept in Coral Gables, FL?
Dr. Hernandez in Coral Gables, 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
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Western Growers Association
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Where is Dr. Hernandez's office located?
Dr. Carlos Hernandez's Primary Practice
5955 Ponce de Leon Blvd
Coral Gables, FL 33146
(305) 661-1515
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 1356441307.
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. Carlos Hernandez's specialty?
Dr. Hernandez is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Coral Gables, FL.
What does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes.
Is this Dr. Carlos Hernandez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hernandez is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Nicklaus Children's 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
When to see a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Carlos Hernandez accepting new patients in Coral Gables, FL?
Yes, Dr. Carlos Hernandez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carlos Hernandez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hernandez's office at (305) 661-1515 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carlos Hernandez?
Please contact Dr. Hernandez's office at (305) 661-1515 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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