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Dr. William Hernandez-Alicea, MD

Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Family Medicine Specialist, Internist

Goose Creek, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hernandez-Alicea, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Goose Creek, SC?

    Dr. William Hernandez-Alicea, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Goose Creek, SC. Dr. Hernandez-Alicea is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hernandez-Alicea’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hernandez-Alicea’s office at (843) 789-6400.

    What languages does Dr. Hernandez-Alicea speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Hernandez-Alicea typically treat?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Hernandez-Alicea 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-Alicea. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • Breathing Pauses During Sleep
    • Snoring Disorder
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Hernandez-Alicea typically perform?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. William Hernandez-Alicea may include:

    Please contact Dr. Hernandez-Alicea's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Hernandez-Alicea accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hernandez-Alicea accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 789-6400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hernandez-Alicea accept in Goose Creek, SC?

    Dr. Hernandez-Alicea in Goose Creek, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hernandez-Alicea's office located?

    Goose Creek Va Out Patient Clinic

    110 Nnptc Cir

    Goose Creek, SC 29445

    (843) 789-6400

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    What hospitals are Dr. Hernandez-Alicea affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Hernandez-Alicea has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Ralph H. Johnson Department Of Veterans Affairs Medical Center,Charleston, SC
    Medical University Hospital Authority,Florence, SC

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

    Dr. Hernandez-Alicea's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063421527.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hernandez-Alicea?

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

    What is Dr. William Hernandez-Alicea's specialty?

    Dr. Hernandez-Alicea is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Goose Creek, SC.

    What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?

    A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.

    Is Dr. William Hernandez-Alicea affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hernandez-Alicea is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center 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

    When to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. William Hernandez-Alicea accepting new patients in Goose Creek, SC?

    Yes, Dr. William Hernandez-Alicea is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Hernandez-Alicea offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hernandez-Alicea's office at (843) 789-6400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. William Hernandez-Alicea?

    Please contact Dr. Hernandez-Alicea's office at (843) 789-6400 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hernandez-Alicea's office located?

    Dr. Hernandez-Alicea's office is located in Goose Creek, SC.