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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hernando, Surgeon in Hazlet, NJ?
Dr. Franklin Hernando, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Hazlet, NJ. Dr. Hernando graduated from University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery and completed his residency at Umdnj-Univ Hosp, General Surgery; Vet Affairs Med Ctr, General Surgery; Mac Neal Mem Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Hernando is fluent in English and Filipino; Pilipino, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hernando’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hernando’s office at (732) 264-7171.
Where did Dr. Hernando go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Umdnj-Univ Hosp, General Surgery; Vet Affairs Med Ctr, General Surgery; Mac Neal Mem Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | UMDNJ
Medical School: University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery
What languages does Dr. Hernando speak?
Dr. Hernando and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Filipino; Pilipino
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Hernando typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Hernando 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. Hernando. 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:
- Unspecified Injury
- General injury
- Injury, unknown location
- Trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- T148XXA: Other injury of unspecified body region, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Hypertension Ulcers
- High Venous Pressure with Sores
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87311: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of right lower extremity
- I87312: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of left lower extremity
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Hernando typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Hernando 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. Hernando. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Muscle Debridement
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Unna Boot Application
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Deep Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
- Compression Boot Application
- Unna Paste Bandage
- Leg Ulcer Dressing
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Tissue Removal for Wound Healing
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
- 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 11046: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Hernando accept my insurance?
Dr. Hernando accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 264-7171 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hernando accept in Hazlet, NJ?
Dr. Hernando in Hazlet, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carepoint Health
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Horizon Mutual Holdings
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Hernando's office located?
What is Dr. Hernando's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hernando's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053481879.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hernando?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hernando
What is Dr. Franklin Hernando's specialty?
Dr. Hernando is a Surgeon near Hazlet, NJ.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Franklin Hernando affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hernando is affiliated with Hackensack Meridian Bayshore Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University Medical Center 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 Franklin Hernando accepting new patients in Hazlet, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Franklin Hernando is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Franklin Hernando offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hernando's office at (732) 264-7171 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Franklin Hernando?
Please contact Dr. Hernando's office at (732) 264-7171 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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