GH
Dr. Guisela Hernandez, MD
Valley Stream, NY
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hernandez, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Valley Stream, NY?
Dr. Guisela Hernandez, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Valley Stream, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Hernandez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hernandez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hernandez’s office at (516) 256-6080.
Where did Dr. Hernandez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Ponce Med School
Is Dr. Hernandez board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. Guisela Hernandez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hernandez speak?
Dr. Hernandez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Hernandez typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Hernandez typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Guisela Hernandez may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Hernandez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hernandez accept my insurance?
Dr. Hernandez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 256-6080 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hernandez accept in Valley Stream, NY?
Dr. Hernandez in Valley Stream, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Hernandez's office located?
Dr. Guisela Hernandez's Primary Practice
900 Franklin Ave
Valley Stream, NY 11580
(516) 256-6080
What is Dr. Hernandez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hernandez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033301015.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hernandez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hernandez
What is Dr. Guisela Hernandez's specialty?
Dr. Hernandez is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Valley Stream, NY.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Guisela Hernandez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hernandez is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Valley Stream 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. 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 Guisela Hernandez accepting new patients in Valley Stream, NY?
Yes, Dr. Guisela Hernandez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Guisela Hernandez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hernandez's office at (516) 256-6080 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Guisela Hernandez?
Please contact Dr. Hernandez's office at (516) 256-6080 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Guisela Hernandez have?
Dr. Guisela Hernandez is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Other Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist Near Valley Stream, NY
MS
Foot & Ankle Surgeon
Accepting patientsDr. Michael Scotto Di Clemente is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations.
Brooklyn, NY
AW
Critical Care Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Alan Wong is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Rockville Centre, NY.
Rockville Centre, NY
JB
Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Jeffrey Bergman, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations.
Brooklyn, NY