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Dr. Carlos Penaherrera, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Miami, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Penaherrera, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Carlos Penaherrera, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Penaherrera is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Penaherrera’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Penaherrera’s office at (786) 204-4600.

    What languages does Dr. Penaherrera speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Penaherrera typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Penaherrera 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. Penaherrera. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Penaherrera typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Carlos Penaherrera may include:

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

    Does Dr. Penaherrera accept my insurance?

    Dr. Penaherrera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (786) 204-4600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Penaherrera accept in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Penaherrera in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Athena Health Care Systems

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Doctors Healthcare Plans

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Sentara Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Penaherrera's office located?

    Dr. Carlos Penaherrera's Primary Practice

    14150 SW 136th St

    Miami, FL 33186

    (786) 204-4600

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    Dr. Carlos Penaherrera's Practice 2

    9520 NW 58th St

    Doral, FL 33178

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    Dr. Carlos Penaherrera's Practice 3

    15200 NW 77th Ct

    Miami Lakes, FL 33016

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

    Dr. Penaherrera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861838823.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Penaherrera?

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

    What is Dr. Carlos Penaherrera's specialty?

    Dr. Penaherrera is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Miami, FL.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

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

    Yes, Dr. Penaherrera is affiliated with Baptist Health South Miami Hospital, West Kendall Baptist Hospital, Doctors' Hospital - Coral Gables (fl), Baptist Hospital Of Miami, Jackson West Medical Center, Hca Florida Kendall 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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. Carlos Penaherrera accepting new patients in Miami, FL?

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

    Does Dr. Carlos Penaherrera offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Penaherrera's office at (786) 204-4600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Penaherrera's office at (786) 204-4600 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Penaherrera's office located?

    Dr. Penaherrera's offices are located in Miami, FL, Doral, FL, and Miami Lakes, FL.