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Dr. Fernando Herrera, MD

Charleston, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Herrera, Plastic Surgeon in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Fernando Herrera, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Herrera graduated from Boston University School of Medicine. Dr. Herrera is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Herrera’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Herrera’s office at (843) 792-1414.

    Where did Dr. Herrera go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Boston University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Herrera speak?

    Dr. Herrera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Herrera typically treat?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Herrera 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. Herrera. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Right Hand Pain
    • Left Hand Pain
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in right palm
    • Right wrist and hand pain
    • Right hand discomfort
    • Ache in left hand
    • Left hand discomfort
    • Sore left hand

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79641: Pain in right hand
    • M79642: Pain in left hand

    Also known as:

    • Breast Enlargement
    • Breast Disease
    • Breast hypertrophy
    • Macromastia
    • Gigantomastia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N62: Hypertrophy of breast

    Also known as:

    • Right Wrist Pain
    • Pain
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • Aching right wrist
    • Sore right wrist
    • Right wrist discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25531: Pain in right wrist

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Median Nerve Compression
    • Wrist Nerve Entrapment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Left Wrist
    • Pain
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • Left Wrist Ache
    • Left Wrist Discomfort
    • Sore Left Wrist

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25532: Pain in left wrist

    What procedures does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Herrera typically perform?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Herrera 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. Herrera. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery (Endoscopic)
    • Dupuytren's Contracture Surgery (Single Finger)
    • Endoscopy
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery
    • Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Surgery
    • Wrist Endoscopy for Carpal Tunnel
    • Transverse Carpal Ligament Release
    • Partial Palmar Fasciectomy
    • Finger Contracture Release Surgery
    • Dupuytren's Release (Finger)

    CPT Codes:

    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
    • 29848: Endoscopy, wrist, surgical, with release of transverse carpal ligament
    • 26123: Fasciectomy, partial palmar with release of single digit including proximal interphalangeal joint, with or without Z-plasty, other local tissue rearrangement, or skin grafting (includes obtaining graft);

    Also known as:

    • Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
    • Tendon sheath injection
    • Ligament injection
    • Plantar fascia injection
    • Soft tissue injection for pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")

    Also known as:

    • Open Surgery for Complex Wrist Fracture
    • Distal Radius Fracture Repair (Open)
    • Wrist Fracture with Internal Fixation
    • Complex Radial Fracture Surgery
    • Epiphyseal Separation Repair (Wrist)

    CPT Codes:

    • 25609: Open treatment of distal radial intra-articular fracture or epiphyseal separation; with internal fixation of 3 or more fragments

    Also known as:

    • Breast Reduction Surgery
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Reduction Mammoplasty
    • Breast Size Reduction
    • Mammoplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 19318: Breast reduction

    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

    Does Dr. Herrera accept my insurance?

    Dr. Herrera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 792-1414 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Herrera accept in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Herrera in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Herrera's office located?

    Dr. Fernando Herrera's Primary Practice

    171 Ashley Ave

    Charleston, SC 29425

    (843) 792-1414

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    Dr. Fernando Herrera's Practice 2

    261 Calhoun St Ste 100

    Charleston, SC 29401

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

    Dr. Herrera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013164243.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Herrera?

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

    What is Dr. Fernando Herrera's specialty?

    Dr. Herrera is a Plastic Surgeon near Charleston, SC.

    What does a Plastic Surgeon do?

    A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction.

    Is this Dr. Fernando Herrera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Herrera is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center, Musc Health - Orangeburg, Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital, Providence Orthopedic Hospital, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown 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

    When to see a Plastic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Plastic Surgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Fernando Herrera accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Fernando Herrera is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Fernando Herrera offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Herrera's office at (843) 792-1414 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Fernando Herrera?

    Please contact Dr. Herrera's office at (843) 792-1414 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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