MH
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hernandez, Critical Care Internist in Elgin, IL?
Dr. Michael Hernandez, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Elgin, IL. He is board certified. Dr. Hernandez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hernandez’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hernandez’s office at (224) 783-8745.
What languages does Dr. Hernandez speak?
Dr. Hernandez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Hernandez treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, 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.
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Shock
- Circulatory Collapse
- Systemic Shock
- Unspecified Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- R579: Shock, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Hernandez perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Michael Hernandez may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hernandez's office.
Does Dr. Hernandez accept my insurance?
Dr. Hernandez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (224) 783-8745 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hernandez accept in Elgin, IL?
Dr. Hernandez in Elgin, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Mutual of Omaha
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Hernandez's office located?
Dr. Michael Hernandez's Primary Practice
1425 N Randall Rd
Elgin, IL 60123
(224) 783-8745
What is Dr. Hernandez's NPI number?An 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 1831683960.
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. Michael Hernandez's specialty?
Dr. Hernandez is a Critical Care Internist near Elgin, IL. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Hernandez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Hernandez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hernandez is affiliated with Advocate Sherman Hospital, Advocate Lutheran General 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
Where can I learn more about Critical Care Internist?
Explore Critical Care Internist with 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 Michael Hernandez accepting new patients in Elgin, IL?
Yes, Dr. Michael Hernandez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Hernandez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hernandez's office at (224) 783-8745 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Hernandez?
Please contact Dr. Hernandez's office at (224) 783-8745 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Critical Care Internist Near Elgin, IL
CG
Critical Care Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Chelsea Golden, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Elgin, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified.
Elgin, IL
TS
Critical Care Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Tanya Shah, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Elgin, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified.
Elgin, IL
AM
Critical Care Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Anamaria Milas, DO is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Elgin, IL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified.
Elgin, IL