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Dr. Mark Hernandez, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Sandpoint, ID

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hernandez, Family Medicine Specialist in Sandpoint, ID?

    Dr. Mark Hernandez, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sandpoint, ID. Dr. Hernandez completed his residency at Christus St Joseph Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Hernandez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hernandez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hernandez’s office.

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

    • Residency: Christus St Joseph Hosp, General Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Hernandez speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hernandez typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hernandez 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. Hernandez. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hernandez typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Mark Hernandez may include:

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

    Does Dr. Hernandez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hernandez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hernandez accept in Sandpoint, ID?

    Dr. Hernandez in Sandpoint, ID accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross of Idaho Health Service

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Centene Corporation

    • GEMCare

    • Managed Care of America

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • PacificSource

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hernandez's office located?

    Dr. Mark Hernandez's Primary Practice

    302 S 1st Ave Ste A

    Sandpoint, ID 83864

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

    Dr. Hernandez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457416224.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hernandez?

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

    What is Dr. Mark Hernandez's specialty?

    Dr. Hernandez is a Family Medicine Specialist near Sandpoint, ID.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Mark Hernandez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hernandez is affiliated with Bonner General Hospital, Northwest Specialty 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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. Mark Hernandez accepting new patients in Sandpoint, ID?

    Yes, Dr. Mark Hernandez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mark Hernandez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hernandez's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Mark Hernandez?

    Please contact Dr. Hernandez's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hernandez's office located?

    Dr. Hernandez's office is located in Sandpoint, ID.