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Dr. Maria Fernandez-Ruiz, MD

Hollywood, FL

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz, Ophthalmologist in Hollywood, FL?

    Dr. Maria Fernandez-Ruiz, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Hollywood, FL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz’s office at (954) 431-2777.

    What languages does Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz treat?

    As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz 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-Ruiz. 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:

    • Lazy Eye Suspect
    • Lazy Eye
    • Amblyopia
    • Refractive Errors
    • Amblyopia Suspect
    • Possible Lazy Eye
    • Risk of Lazy Eye
    • Refractive Amblyopia
    • Vision Loss from Unequal Focus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H53043: Amblyopia suspect, bilateral
    • H53022: Refractive amblyopia, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Alternating Walleye
    • Alternating Crossed Eyes
    • Eye Movement Disorder
    • Alternating exotropia
    • Eyes take turns turning out
    • Intermittent exotropia
    • Alternating esotropia
    • Eyes take turns crossing
    • Intermittent esotropia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5015: Alternating exotropia
    • H5005: Alternating esotropia

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Allergic Pink Eye
    • Atopic Conjunctivitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H1013: Acute atopic conjunctivitis, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Retinopathy of Prematurity
    • Premature Babies
    • Retinal Disorder
    • ROP
    • Premature Retinopathy
    • Retinal Disease in Premature Babies
    • Retinal disease in premature babies
    • Premature baby eye condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35113: Retinopathy of prematurity, stage 0, bilateral
    • H35133: Retinopathy of prematurity, stage 2, bilateral
    • H35123: Retinopathy of prematurity, stage 1, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Blepharitis
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Inflamed eyelids
    • Eyelid margin inflammation
    • Crusty eyelids
    • Eyelid irritation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H01002: Unspecified blepharitis right lower eyelid
    • H01001: Unspecified blepharitis right upper eyelid

    Also known as:

    • Refractive Amblyopia
    • Amblyopia
    • Refractive Errors
    • Lazy eye from refractive error
    • Anisometropic amblyopia
    • Refractive lazy eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H53023: Refractive amblyopia, bilateral
    • H53021: Refractive amblyopia, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Other Eyelid Birth Defects
    • Droopy Eyelid at Birth
    • Chalazion on Right Upper Eyelid
    • Chalazion
    • Birth Defects
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Eye Disease
    • Various Congenital Eyelid Abnormalities
    • Rare Eyelid Malformations
    • Infant Eyelid Problems
    • Congenital Blepharoptosis
    • Infant Ptosis
    • Newborn Droopy Eyelid
    • Right Upper Eyelid Cyst
    • Meibomian Cyst on Upper Lid
    • Blocked Gland Right Upper Eyelid
    • Meibomian cyst
    • Eyelid cyst
    • Stye-like bump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q103: Other congenital malformations of eyelid
    • Q100: Congenital ptosis
    • H0011: Chalazion right upper eyelid
    • H0015: Chalazion left lower eyelid
    • H0014: Chalazion left upper eyelid

    Also known as:

    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Unequal Vision
    • Refractive Errors
    • Anisometropia
    • Different Eye Prescriptions
    • Vision Disparity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5231: Anisometropia

    Does Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 431-2777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz accept in Hollywood, FL?

    Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz in Hollywood, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • AvMed Health Plan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Humana

    • iCare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Florida

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz's office located?

    Dr. Maria Fernandez-Ruiz's Primary Practice

    300 S Park Rd Ste 300

    Hollywood, FL 33021

    (954) 431-2777

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    Dr. Maria Fernandez-Ruiz's Practice 2

    2740 Hollywood Blvd

    Hollywood, FL 33020

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    Dr. Maria Fernandez-Ruiz's Practice 3

    603 N Flamingo Rd Ste 250

    Pembroke Pines, FL 33028

    (954) 431-2777

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

    Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538507157.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz?

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

    What is Dr. Maria Fernandez-Ruiz's specialty?

    Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz is a Ophthalmologist near Hollywood, FL. An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health. Contact Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Maria Fernandez-Ruiz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz is affiliated with Memorial Regional Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Maria Fernandez-Ruiz accepting new patients in Hollywood, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Maria Fernandez-Ruiz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Maria Fernandez-Ruiz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz's office at (954) 431-2777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Maria Fernandez-Ruiz?

    Please contact Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz's office at (954) 431-2777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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