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Who is Dr. Fernandes, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Benedicto Fernandes, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Fernandes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fernandes’s office at (205) 638-9100.
What languages does Dr. Fernandes speak?
Dr. Fernandes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fernandes typically treat?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fernandes 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. Fernandes. 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:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Breathing Problems
- Breathing Problems
- Unusual breathing patterns
- Abnormal respiration
- Breathing irregularities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0689: Other abnormalities of breathing
Also known as:
- Respiratory Failure
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Newborn Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Neonatal Heart Failure
- Infant Heart Failure
- Newborn Cardiac Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- P290: Neonatal cardiac failure
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fernandes typically perform?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Benedicto Fernandes may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Fernandes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Fernandes accept my insurance?
Dr. Fernandes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 638-9100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fernandes accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Fernandes in Birmingham, AL 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 of Alabama
Federal government of the United States
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Fernandes' office located?
Dr. Benedicto Fernandes' Primary Practice
1600 7th Ave S
Birmingham, AL 35233
(205) 638-9100
What is Dr. Fernandes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fernandes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801272539.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fernandes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fernandes
What is Dr. Benedicto Fernandes's specialty?
Dr. Fernandes is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near Birmingham, AL.
What does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment.
Is this Dr. Benedicto Fernandes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Fernandes is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Of Alabama. 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
When to see a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Benedicto Fernandes accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Benedicto Fernandes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benedicto Fernandes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fernandes's office at (205) 638-9100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benedicto Fernandes?
Please contact Dr. Fernandes's office at (205) 638-9100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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