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    Who is Dr. Hernandez, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Jose Joaquin Hernandez, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. 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 at (415) 476-3501.

    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 Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Hernandez typically treat?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), 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:

    • Pressure Sore
    • Pressure Sores
    • Bed Sore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer
    • Bedsores
    • Decubitus Ulcers
    • Pressure Ulcers
    • Bedsore

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
    • L89152: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 2
    • L89150: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, unstageable
    • L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
    • L89610: Pressure ulcer of right heel, unstageable

    Also known as:

    • Irritant Contact Dermatitis from Friction or Body Fluids
    • Eczema
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Friction rash
    • Body fluid skin irritation
    • Chafing rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L24A0: Irritant contact dermatitis due to friction or contact with body fluids, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Skin Disorder
    • Skin Condition
    • Unspecified Skin Condition
    • Skin and Tissue Disorder
    • Dermatological Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L988: Other specified disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • External Surgical Wound Opening
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • External wound dehiscence
    • Surgical incision separation
    • Outer wound rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8131XD: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, subsequent encounter

    Also known as:

    • Open Wound on Lower Back and Pelvis
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Lower Back Wound
    • Pelvic Wound
    • Deep Cut on Back
    • Traumatic Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S31000D: Unspecified open wound of lower back and pelvis without penetration into retroperitoneum, subsequent encounter

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers
    • Vascular Disease
    • Venous Hypertension Ulcers
    • High Venous Pressure with Sores

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I87312: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of left lower extremity

    What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Hernandez typically perform?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. Jose Joaquin 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 call our office at (415) 476-3501 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hernandez accept in San Francisco, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Contra Costa

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hernandez's office located?

    Dr. Jose Joaquin Hernandez's Primary Practice

    550 16th St Fl 5

    San Francisco, CA 94158

    (415) 476-3501

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    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 1316311509.

    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. Jose Joaquin Hernandez's specialty?

    Dr. Hernandez is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near San Francisco, CA.

    What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?

    A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.

    Is this Dr. Jose Joaquin Hernandez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Hernandez is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner). 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 Jose Joaquin Hernandez accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Jose Joaquin Hernandez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hernandez's office at (415) 476-3501 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jose Joaquin Hernandez?

    Please contact Dr. Hernandez's office at (415) 476-3501 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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