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Dr. Veronica Torres Hernandez, MD

Phoenix, AZ

15 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Torres Hernandez, Internist in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. Veronica Torres Hernandez, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Torres Hernandez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Torres Hernandez’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Torres Hernandez’s office at (480) 455-3000.

    Where did Dr. Torres Hernandez go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Jagiellonian Univ Medicine Coll, Fac of Medicine

    Is Dr. Torres Hernandez board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Veronica Torres Hernandez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Torres Hernandez speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Torres Hernandez treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Torres Hernandez 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. Torres Hernandez. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
    • M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Left Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort
    • Sore Left Hip
    • Left Hip Ache
    • Left Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip
    • M25552: Pain in left hip

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Torres Hernandez perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Veronica Torres Hernandez may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Torres Hernandez's office.

    Does Dr. Torres Hernandez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Torres Hernandez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 455-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Torres Hernandez accept in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. Torres Hernandez in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Banner Health

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

    • Centene

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • IASIS Healthcare

    • Medicare

    • Mercy Care Plan

    • Mercy Maricopa Integrated Care

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Torres Hernandez's office located?

    Dr. Veronica Torres Hernandez's Primary Practice

    350 W Thomas Rd

    Phoenix, AZ 85013

    (480) 455-3000

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    Dr. Veronica Torres Hernandez's Practice 2

    16620 N 40th St Ste C1

    Phoenix, AZ 85032

    (602) 923-6666

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    Dr. Veronica Torres Hernandez's Practice 3

    19829 N 27th Ave

    Phoenix, AZ 85027

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

    Dr. Torres Hernandez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790976876.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Torres Hernandez?

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

    What is Dr. Veronica Torres Hernandez's specialty?

    Dr. Torres Hernandez is a Internist near Phoenix, AZ.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Torres Hernandez to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Veronica Torres Hernandez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Torres Hernandez is affiliated with St. Joseph's Hospital And Medical Center - Phoenix, Az 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Veronica Torres Hernandez accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Veronica Torres Hernandez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Veronica Torres Hernandez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Torres Hernandez's office at (480) 455-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Veronica Torres Hernandez?

    Please contact Dr. Torres Hernandez's office at (480) 455-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Veronica Torres Hernandez have?

    Dr. Veronica Torres Hernandez is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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