24 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schwartz-Fernandes, General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist in Ocala, FL?
Dr. Francisco Schwartz-Fernandes, MD is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, who primarily practices in Ocala, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years. Dr. Schwartz-Fernandes is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schwartz-Fernandes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schwartz-Fernandes’s office at (352) 237-9298.
Where did Dr. Schwartz-Fernandes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Fund Mun De Ensino Sup De Marilia, Fac Med De Marilia, Marilia-sp
What languages does Dr. Schwartz-Fernandes speak?
Dr. Schwartz-Fernandes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist like Dr. Schwartz-Fernandes typically treat?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Schwartz-Fernandes 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. Schwartz-Fernandes. 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:
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
- Left Wrist Nerve Compression
- Left Hand Numbness
- Left CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
Also known as:
- Dupuytren's Contracture
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Dupuytren contracture
- Palmar fibromatosis
- Viking disease
- Hand contracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- M720: Palmar fascial fibromatosis [Dupuytren]
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand
What procedures does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist like Dr. Schwartz-Fernandes typically perform?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Schwartz-Fernandes 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. Schwartz-Fernandes. 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:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
- Median Nerve Neuroplasty
- Carpal Tunnel Decompression
- Median Nerve Transposition
CPT Codes:
- 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel
Also known as:
- Ulnar Nerve Release or Repositioning at Elbow
- Ulnar Nerve Transposition
- Cubital Tunnel Release
- Elbow Nerve Surgery
- Neuroplasty Ulnar Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64718: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; ulnar nerve at elbow
Also known as:
- Major Arm or Leg Nerve Repair
- Peripheral Nerve Surgery
- Nerve Reconstruction Arm/Leg
- Open Neuroplasty
CPT Codes:
- 64708: Neuroplasty, major peripheral nerve, arm or leg, open; other than specified
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Axillary Nerve Block Injection
- Armpit nerve block
- Axillary nerve pain injection
- Shoulder nerve block
- Guided nerve injection
CPT Codes:
- 64417: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; axillary nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Trigger Finger Release Surgery
- Tendon Sheath Incision
- Trigger Finger Tenolysis
- Finger Tendon Release
- Hand Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
Also known as:
- Wrist or Hand Joint Replacement (Interposition)
- Intercarpal Arthroplasty
- Carpometacarpal Joint Replacement
- Tendon Interposition Arthroplasty
CPT Codes:
- 25447: Arthroplasty, Intercarpal Or Carpometacarpal Joints; Interposition (Eg, Tendon)
Does Dr. Schwartz-Fernandes accept my insurance?
Dr. Schwartz-Fernandes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 237-9298 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schwartz-Fernandes accept in Ocala, FL?
Dr. Schwartz-Fernandes in Ocala, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
H & R Block
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Schwartz-Fernandes' office located?
Dr. Francisco Schwartz-Fernandes' Primary Practice
2801 SE 1st Ave Ste 302
Ocala, FL 34471
(352) 237-9298
Dr. Francisco Schwartz-Fernandes' Practice 2
11962 County Road 101 Ste 104
The Villages, FL 32162
What is Dr. Schwartz-Fernandes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schwartz-Fernandes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821244500.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schwartz-Fernandes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schwartz-Fernandes
What is Dr. Francisco Schwartz-Fernandes's specialty?
Dr. Schwartz-Fernandes is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist near Ocala, FL.
What does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist do?
A surgeon specializing in the medical, surgical, and rehabilitative management of the upper extremity focuses on the investigation, preservation, and restoration of structures that directly impact the form and function of the hand and wrist.
Is this Dr. Francisco Schwartz-Fernandes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schwartz-Fernandes is affiliated with Adventhealth Ocala, Hca Florida Ocala Hospital, Adventhealth Tampa 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 Francisco Schwartz-Fernandes accepting new patients in Ocala, FL?
No, Dr. Francisco Schwartz-Fernandes is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Francisco Schwartz-Fernandes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schwartz-Fernandes's office at (352) 237-9298 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Francisco Schwartz-Fernandes?
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