FD
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. De La Serna, Interventional Cardiologist in Morganton, NC?
Dr. Fernando De La Serna, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Morganton, NC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. De La Serna graduated from Facultad De Med Univ Naccional and completed his residency at Berkshire Medical Center Program. Dr. De La Serna is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. De La Serna’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. De La Serna’s office at (828) 580-4230.
Where did Dr. De La Serna go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Berkshire Medical Center Program
Medical School: Facultad De Med Univ Naccional
Is Dr. De La Serna board certified as an Interventional Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Fernando De La Serna, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. De La Serna speak?
Dr. De La Serna and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. De La Serna typically treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. De La Serna 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. De La Serna. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. De La Serna typically perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Fernando De La Serna may include:
- Balloon Angioplasty / Stent
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Heart Valve Repair / Valvuloplasty
- Pacemaker Implant
Please contact Dr. De La Serna's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. De La Serna accept my insurance?
Dr. De La Serna accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 580-4230 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. De La Serna accept in Morganton, NC?
Dr. De La Serna in Morganton, NC 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 North Carolina
Cigna Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. De La Serna's office located?
Dr. Fernando De La Serna's Primary Practice
2209 S Sterling St Ste 530
Morganton, NC 28655
(828) 580-4230
What hospitals are Dr. De La Serna affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. De La Serna has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Unc Health Blue Ridge,Morganton, NC
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
Unc Health Blue Ridge,Morganton, NC
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
Mission Hospital,Asheville, NCRanked in 6 Procedures
Mission Hospital,Asheville, NC
Ranked in 6 Procedures
Frye Regional Medical Center,Hickory, NCRanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Frye Regional Medical Center,Hickory, NC
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Duke University Hospital,Durham, NCRanked in 2 Procedures
Duke University Hospital,Durham, NC
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Atrium Health Pineville,Charlotte, NC
Gold Standard Top Hospital
Ranked in 5 Specialties
Ranked in 7 Procedures
Atrium Health Pineville,Charlotte, NC
Gold Standard Top Hospital
Ranked in 5 Specialties
Ranked in 7 Procedures
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center,Winston Salem, NC
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center,Winston Salem, NC
What is Dr. De La Serna's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. De La Serna's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093923187.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. De La Serna?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. De La Serna
What is Dr. Fernando De La Serna's specialty?
Dr. De La Serna is an Interventional Cardiologist near Morganton, NC.
What does an Interventional Cardiologist do?
A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function.
Is Dr. Fernando De La Serna affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. De La Serna is affiliated with Unc Health Blue Ridge, Mission Hospital, Frye Regional Medical Center, Duke University Hospital, Atrium Health Pineville 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
When to see an Interventional Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Interventional Cardiologist. 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. Fernando De La Serna accepting new patients in Morganton, NC?
Yes, Dr. Fernando De La Serna is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fernando De La Serna offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. De La Serna's office at (828) 580-4230 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Fernando De La Serna?
Please contact Dr. De La Serna's office at (828) 580-4230 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. De La Serna's office located?
Dr. De La Serna's offices are located in Morganton, NC and Marion, NC.
Which board certifications does Dr. Fernando De La Serna have?
Dr. Fernando De La Serna is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Other Interventional Cardiologist Near Morganton, NC
AB
Cardiologist
Accepting patientsDr. Anthony Bracken, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Rock Hill, SC with 2 additional practice locations.
Rock Hill, SC
VP
Interventional Cardiologist
Accepting patientsDr. Vincent Patrone, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Hickory, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified.
Hickory, NC
Accepting patientsDr. Jenyung Chiu, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Lenoir, NC with 1 additional practice location.
Lenoir, NC