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Dr. Phillip Hernandez, MD

Boston, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hernandez, Psychiatrist in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Phillip Hernandez, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hernandez completed his residency at Children'S Hosp, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry; Brockton Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Hernandez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hernandez’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hernandez’s office at (617) 667-4735.

    Where did Dr. Hernandez go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Children'S Hosp, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry; Brockton Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    Is Dr. Hernandez board certified as a Psychiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Phillip Hernandez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Hernandez speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Hernandez treat?

    As a Psychiatrist, 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:

    • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
    • PTSD
    • Trauma Stress
    • Combat Stress
    • Shell Shock

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F4310: Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
    • Depression
    • Moderate chronic depression
    • Moderate recurring depression
    • Moderate depressive episodes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Schizophrenia
    • Psychotic disorder
    • Thought disorder
    • Mental illness with psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Schizoaffective disorder
    • Bipolar schizoaffective illness
    • Psychotic mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with bipolar features

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type

    Also known as:

    • Psychosis
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Psychotic break
    • Mental break
    • Psychotic episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F29: Unspecified psychosis not due to a substance or known physiological condition

    Does Dr. Hernandez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hernandez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 667-4735 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hernandez accept in Boston, MA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Boston Medical Center

    • Commonwealth Care Alliance

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Pointe

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Alaska

    • State of Massachusetts

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Hernandez's office located?

    Dr. Phillip Hernandez's Primary Practice

    85 East Newton St Ste 905

    Boston, MA 02118

    (617) 667-4735

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    Dr. Phillip Hernandez's Practice 2

    881 Commonwealth Ave

    Boston, MA 02215

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    Dr. Phillip Hernandez's Practice 3

    330 Brookline Ave

    Boston, MA 02215

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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 1841211307.

    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. Phillip Hernandez's specialty?

    Dr. Hernandez is a Psychiatrist near Boston, MA.

    A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.

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

    Yes, Dr. Hernandez is affiliated with Boston Medical Center, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston 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 Psychiatrist?

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    Is Phillip Hernandez accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

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

    Does Dr. Phillip Hernandez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hernandez's office at (617) 667-4735 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Phillip Hernandez?

    Please contact Dr. Hernandez's office at (617) 667-4735 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Phillip Hernandez have?

    Dr. Phillip Hernandez is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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