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Dr. Blake Fernandez, MD
Family Medicine Specialist
,Emergency Medicine Specialist
,Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)
,Internist
Tampa, FL
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fernandez, Family Medicine Specialist in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Blake Fernandez, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Fernandez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fernandez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fernandez’s office.
What languages does Dr. Fernandez speak?
Dr. Fernandez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fernandez typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fernandez 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. Fernandez. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fernandez typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Blake Fernandez may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Fernandez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Fernandez accept my insurance?
Dr. Fernandez 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. Fernandez accept in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Fernandez in Tampa, FL 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 Michigan
CareSource
Centene Corporation
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Oscar Health
Promedica Health Systems
Sentara Health
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Where is Dr. Fernandez's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Fernandez affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Fernandez has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
St. Joseph's Hospital - Tampa,Tampa, FL
Ranked Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery (CABG)
St. Joseph's Hospital - Tampa,Tampa, FL
Ranked Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery (CABG)
Manatee Memorial Hospital,Bradenton, FL
Manatee Memorial Hospital,Bradenton, FL
Hca Florida South Shore Hospital,Sun City Center, FL
Hca Florida South Shore Hospital,Sun City Center, FL
What is Dr. Fernandez's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fernandez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831624014.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fernandez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fernandez
What is Dr. Blake Fernandez's specialty?
Dr. Fernandez is a Family Medicine Specialist near Tampa, FL.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is Dr. Blake Fernandez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fernandez is affiliated with St. Joseph's Hospital - Tampa 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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. Blake Fernandez accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?
Yes, Dr. Blake Fernandez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Blake Fernandez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fernandez's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Blake Fernandez?
Please contact Dr. Fernandez's office to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Fernandez's office located?
Dr. Fernandez's offices are located in Tampa, FL, Bradenton, FL, and Wimauma, FL.
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