Who is Dr. Vilella Hernandez, Orthopedic Surgeon in Miami, FL?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Vilella Hernandez?
Dr. Fernando Vilella Hernandez, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Vilella Hernandez empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hip Surgery, Knee Surgery, Trauma, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Miami, FL community, Dr. Vilella Hernandez is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Vilella Hernandez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Temple University School Of Medicine
Residency: University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine
Medical School: University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine
Is Dr. Vilella Hernandez board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Fernando Vilella Hernandez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Vilella Hernandez speak?
Dr. Vilella Hernandez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Vilella Hernandez typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Vilella 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. Vilella 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:
- Unspecified Injury
- General injury
- Injury, unknown location
- Trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- T148XXA: Other injury of unspecified body region, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
Also known as:
- Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Vilella Hernandez typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Vilella Hernandez performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Vilella 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:
- Total Hip Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Hip arthroplasty
- Artificial hip surgery
- Hip joint replacement
- Femoral head replacement
CPT Codes:
- 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft
Also known as:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Vilella Hernandez accept my insurance?
Dr. Vilella Hernandez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 689-4869 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vilella Hernandez accept in Miami, FL?
Dr. Vilella Hernandez in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Doctors Healthcare Plans
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Medicare
Oscar Health
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Where is Dr. Vilella Hernandez's office located?
3b Jackson Memorial Hospital Acc West
1601 NW 12th Ave Rm 2060
Miami, FL 33136
(305) 689-4869
What hospitals are Dr. Vilella Hernandez affiliated with?
Dr. Vilella Hernandez has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Vilella Hernandez's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vilella Hernandez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194913830.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vilella Hernandez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vilella Hernandez