EverydayHealthLogo
JF

Dr. Jessica Fernandes, MD

Hospitalist, Internist

Lincoln, NE

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fernandes, Hospitalist in Lincoln, NE?

    Dr. Jessica Fernandes, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Lincoln, NE with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Fernandes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fernandes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fernandes’s office.

    Is Dr. Fernandes board certified as a Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Jessica Fernandes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Fernandes speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Fernandes typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Fernandes 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. Fernandes. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
    • Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-cardiac surgery care
    • Vascular surgery aftercare
    • Heart surgery recovery
    • Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
    • Stomach surgery aftercare
    • Bowel surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
    • Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer surgery care
    • Oncology aftercare
    • Cancer recovery follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Injury
    • Brain Bleed
    • TBI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065X0S: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, sequela

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Fernandes typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Jessica Fernandes may include:

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

    Does Dr. Fernandes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fernandes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fernandes accept in Lincoln, NE?

    Dr. Fernandes in Lincoln, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Sanford Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Fernandes' office located?

    Dr. Jessica Fernandes' Primary Practice

    5401 South St

    Lincoln, NE 68506

    Get Directions

    Dr. Jessica Fernandes' Practice 2

    601 N 30th St Ste 1609

    Omaha, NE 68131

    Get Directions

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

    Dr. Fernandes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013122449.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fernandes?

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

    What is Dr. Jessica Fernandes's specialty?

    Dr. Fernandes is a Hospitalist near Lincoln, NE.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is Dr. Jessica Fernandes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fernandes is affiliated with Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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. Jessica Fernandes accepting new patients in Lincoln, NE?

    Yes, Dr. Jessica Fernandes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jessica Fernandes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fernandes' office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jessica Fernandes?

    Please contact Dr. Fernandes' office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Fernandes' office located?

    Dr. Fernandes' offices are located in Lincoln, NE and Omaha, NE.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jessica Fernandes have?

    Dr. Jessica Fernandes is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.