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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fernandez, Pediatrician in Sarasota, FL?
Dr. Alexis Fernandez, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Sarasota, FL. Dr. Fernandez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fernandez’s office at (941) 955-5191.
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 Pediatrician like Dr. Fernandez typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Developmental Delay Screening
- Health Screening
- Child Development Delay Check
- Early Intervention Screening
- Motor Skill Delay Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1349: Encounter for screening for other developmental delays
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Left Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
- Left Middle Ear Infection
- Left Otitis Media
- Left Earache
ICD-10 Codes:
- H66003: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, bilateral
- H66002: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, left ear
Also known as:
- Newborn Difficulty Breastfeeding
- Breastfeeding
- Common Infant and Newborn Problems
- Baby trouble nursing
- Neonatal feeding issues at breast
- Infant breastfeeding problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- P925: Neonatal difficulty in feeding at breast
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Fernandez typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Alexis Fernandez may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
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 call our office at (941) 955-5191 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fernandez accept in Sarasota, FL?
Dr. Fernandez in Sarasota, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
US Health Group
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Where is Dr. Fernandez's office located?
Dr. Alexis Fernandez's Primary Practice
2020 Cattlemen Rd Ste 600
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 955-5191
What is Dr. Fernandez's NPI number?An 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 1659722296.
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. Alexis Fernandez's specialty?
Dr. Fernandez is a Pediatrician near Sarasota, FL.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Alexis Fernandez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fernandez is affiliated with Nch Baker 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Alexis Fernandez accepting new patients in Sarasota, FL?
Yes, Dr. Alexis Fernandez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexis Fernandez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fernandez's office at (941) 955-5191 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexis Fernandez?
Please contact Dr. Fernandez's office at (941) 955-5191 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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