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Who is Dr. Fernando, Psychiatrist in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Gerard Fernando, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Fernando is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fernando’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fernando’s office at (661) 431-1555.
What languages does Dr. Fernando speak?
Dr. Fernando and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Fernando treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Fernando 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. Fernando. 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:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression (Single Episode)
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Major depression
- Depressive episode
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar II Disorder
- Moderate Mixed Bipolar Episode
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode and Psychosis
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
- Bipolar 2
- Bipolar with hypomania and depression
- Mild bipolar disorder
- Moderate mixed features bipolar
- Bipolar I disorder, moderate mixed
- Mixed state bipolar
- Psychotic bipolar depression
- Severe bipolar depression with delusions
- Bipolar with depressive psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
- F3181: Bipolar II disorder
- F3162: Bipolar disorder, current episode mixed, moderate
- F315: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, with psychotic features
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Panic Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
- Panic Attacks
- Episodic Anxiety
- Paroxysmal Anxiety
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
- F410: Panic disorder [episodic paroxysmal anxiety]
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- PTSD
- Trauma Stress
- Combat Stress
- Shell Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4310: Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADD
- Inattentive ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
Also known as:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADHD
- ADD
- Hyperactivity Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Paranoid Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia with Paranoia
- Paranoid Psychosis
- Delusional Schizophrenia
ICD-10 Codes:
- F200: Paranoid schizophrenia
Also known as:
- Chronic Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Chronic PTSD
- Long-term Trauma Stress
- Complex PTSD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4312: Post-traumatic stress disorder, chronic
Also known as:
- Alcohol Use Disorder
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol use disorder
- Alcohol dependence
- Alcoholism
- Problem drinking
- AUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1020: Alcohol dependence, uncomplicated
Which procedures does Dr. Fernando perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Gerard Fernando may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fernando's office.
Does Dr. Fernando accept my insurance?
Dr. Fernando accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 431-1555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fernando accept in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Fernando in Bakersfield, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Brand New Day
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
GEMCare
Humana
Kern Health Systems
Managed Care of America
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fernando's office located?
Dr. Gerard Fernando's Primary Practice
8329 Brimhall Rd Ste 804
Bakersfield, CA 93312
(661) 431-1555
What is Dr. Fernando's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fernando's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750645024.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fernando?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fernando
What is Dr. Gerard Fernando's specialty?
Dr. Fernando is a Psychiatrist near Bakersfield, CA.
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Contact Dr. Fernando to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Gerard Fernando affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Fernando is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Gerard Fernando accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?
Yes, Dr. Gerard Fernando is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gerard Fernando offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fernando's office at (661) 431-1555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gerard Fernando?
Please contact Dr. Fernando's office at (661) 431-1555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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