Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fernandez, Family Medicine Specialist in Monterey, CA?
Dr. Robert Fernandez, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Monterey, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Fernandez graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas. Dr. Fernandez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fernandez’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fernandez’s office at (831) 624-7070.
Where did Dr. Fernandez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas
What languages does Dr. Fernandez speak?
Dr. Fernandez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Fernandez treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fernandez 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. Fernandez. 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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- High Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
- Hypertriglyceridemia
- Elevated triglycerides
- High blood fats
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
- E781: Pure hyperglyceridemia
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- PSA Test
- Prostate Exam
- Prostate Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
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
Which procedures does Dr. Fernandez perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Robert Fernandez may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fernandez's office.
Does Dr. Fernandez accept my insurance?
Dr. Fernandez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 624-7070 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fernandez accept in Monterey, CA?
Dr. Fernandez in Monterey, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Territories
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Central California Alliance for Health
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fernandez's office located?
Dr. Robert Fernandez's Primary Practice
5 Lower Ragsdale Dr Ste 100
Monterey, CA 93940
(831) 624-7070
What is Dr. Fernandez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fernandez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265755417.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fernandez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fernandez
What is Dr. Robert Fernandez's specialty?
Dr. Fernandez is a Family Medicine Specialist near Monterey, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Fernandez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Robert Fernandez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fernandez is affiliated with Community Hospital Of Monterey Peninsula 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 Robert Fernandez accepting new patients in Monterey, CA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Fernandez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Fernandez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fernandez's office at (831) 624-7070 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Fernandez?
Please contact Dr. Fernandez's office at (831) 624-7070 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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