Dr. Joel Fernandez, MD

Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Family Medicine Specialist, Internist

Houston, TX

Accepting patients

Who is Dr. Fernandez, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Houston, TX?

Dr. Joel Fernandez, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Houston, TX. Dr. Fernandez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fernandez’s office at (210) 341-9614.

What languages does Dr. Fernandez speak?

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

English
Spanish

What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Fernandez typically treat?

As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), 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:

Diabetes Complicationss
Diabetes Type 2
Type 2 diabetes
Diabetes Mellitus Complications
Diabetes Related Health Problems
Advanced Diabetes

ICD-10 Codes:

E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

Also known as:

High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
Heart Disease
High Blood Pressure
Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure

ICD-10 Codes:

I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure

Also known as:

Allergic Rhinitis
Allergy
Nasal allergy
Chronic allergy symptoms
Allergic reactions

ICD-10 Codes:

J3089: Other allergic rhinitis

Also known as:

Immunization Visit
Vaccines
Vaccination appointment
Shot visit
Immunization encounter

ICD-10 Codes:

Z23: Encounter for immunization

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:

High Cholesterol
Cholesterol
Triglycerides
Hyperlipidemia
High lipids
Dyslipidemia

ICD-10 Codes:

E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

Also known as:

Other Health Condition
Unspecified Health Issue
General Health Concern
Other Medical Condition

ICD-10 Codes:

Z789: Other specified health status

Also known as:

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
ADHD
ADD
Hyperactivity Disorder

ICD-10 Codes:

F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type

What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Fernandez typically perform?

As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. Joel Fernandez may include:

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?

Please contact Dr. Fernandez's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

Where is Dr. Fernandez's office located?

Dr. Joel Fernandez's Primary Practice

13601 Woodforest Blvd

Houston, TX 77015

(210) 341-9614

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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 1730465980.

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. Joel Fernandez's specialty?

Dr. Fernandez is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Houston, TX.

What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?

A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.

Is Dr. Joel Fernandez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Fernandez is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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