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Dr. Carlos Fernandez, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Internist, Geriatric Medicine Specialist

Danville, PA

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fernandez, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Danville, PA?

    Dr. Carlos Fernandez, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Danville, PA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 22 years. Dr. Fernandez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fernandez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fernandez’s office at (570) 808-7300.

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

    • Medical School: Costa Rica

    What languages does Dr. Fernandez speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Fernandez typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    Also known as:

    • Cancer pain
    • Cancer--Living with Cancer
    • Pain
    • Cancer Pain
    • Cancer Pain (PDQ)
    • Pain from cancer
    • Tumor pain
    • Neoplasm pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Fernandez typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Carlos Fernandez may include:

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

    Does Dr. Fernandez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fernandez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 808-7300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fernandez accept in Danville, PA?

    Dr. Fernandez in Danville, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • American National Can

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Highmark Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Pennsylvania

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Fernandez's office located?

    Palliative Medicine

    100 N Academy Ave

    Danville, PA 17822

    (570) 808-7300

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    Dr. Carlos Fernandez's Practice 2

    1100 Spruce St Ste 100

    Kulpmont, PA 17834

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    What is Dr. Fernandez's NPI number?A 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 1407921596.

    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. Carlos Fernandez's specialty?

    Dr. Fernandez is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Danville, PA.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Carlos Fernandez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fernandez is affiliated with Geisinger Medical Center, Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital, Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. 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 Dr. Carlos Fernandez accepting new patients in Danville, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Carlos Fernandez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Carlos Fernandez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fernandez's office at (570) 808-7300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Carlos Fernandez?

    Please contact Dr. Fernandez's office at (570) 808-7300 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Fernandez's office located?

    Dr. Fernandez's offices are located in Danville, PA and Kulpmont, PA.