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Who is Dr. Thomas Hernandez, Anesthesiologist in Ocala, FL?
Dr. Alberto Thomas Hernandez is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Ocala, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Thomas Hernandez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thomas Hernandez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thomas Hernandez’s office at (352) 273-8610.
What languages does Dr. Thomas Hernandez speak?
Dr. Thomas Hernandez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Thomas Hernandez typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Thomas 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. Thomas 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 here.
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Thomas Hernandez typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Thomas Hernandez performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Thomas 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 here.
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Thomas Hernandez accept my insurance?
Dr. Thomas Hernandez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 273-8610 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thomas Hernandez accept in Ocala, FL?
Dr. Thomas Hernandez in Ocala, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medica Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Thomas Hernandez's office located?
Dr. Alberto Thomas Hernandez's Primary Practice
1600 SE 17th St
Ocala, FL 34471
(352) 273-8610
What is Dr. Thomas Hernandez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thomas Hernandez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568971463.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thomas Hernandez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thomas Hernandez
What is Dr. Alberto Thomas Hernandez's specialty?
Dr. Thomas Hernandez is a Anesthesiologist near Ocala, FL.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Alberto Thomas Hernandez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Hernandez is affiliated with John Sealy Hospital, Galveston, Hca Florida Ocala 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
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Is Alberto Thomas Hernandez accepting new patients in Ocala, FL?
Yes, Dr. Alberto Thomas Hernandez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alberto Thomas Hernandez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thomas Hernandez's office at (352) 273-8610 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alberto Thomas Hernandez?
Please contact Dr. Thomas Hernandez's office at (352) 273-8610 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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