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Dr. Eustace Fernandes, MD

Fort Wayne, IN

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fernandes, Pulmonologist in Fort Wayne, IN?

    Dr. Eustace Fernandes, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Fort Wayne, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years. Dr. Fernandes graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Ohio State University Med Center. Dr. Fernandes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fernandes’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fernandes’s office at (260) 432-2297.

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

    • Residency: Ohio State University Med Center

    • Medical School: Ohio State University / College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Fernandes speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Fernandes treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Fernandes 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. Fernandes. 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:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J4489: Other specified chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Dyspnea
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Findings on Scans of Other Specific Body Structures
    • Unusual Scan Results (Other Body Parts)
    • Atypical Imaging Findings (Other)
    • Abnormal X-ray/MRI/CT (Other)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9389: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other specified body structures

    Also known as:

    • Cystic Fibrosis with Lung Problems
    • Cystic Fibrosis
    • Pulmonary Cystic Fibrosis
    • CF Lung Disease
    • Cystic Fibrosis Affecting Lungs
    • CF
    • Mucoviscidosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E840: Cystic fibrosis with pulmonary manifestations
    • E849: Cystic fibrosis, unspecified

    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:

    • Emphysema
    • Pulmonary Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J439: Emphysema, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bronchiectasis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Damaged Airways
    • Chronic Bronchial Dilation
    • Lung Airway Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Sarcoidosis
    • Lung Sarcoidosis', 'Pulmonary Sarcoidosis', 'Boeck's Sarcoid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D860: Sarcoidosis of lung

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Respiratory Examination
    • Pre-op lung check
    • Breathing assessment before surgery
    • Respiratory clearance for procedure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01811: Encounter for preprocedural respiratory examination

    What procedures does Dr. Fernandes perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Fernandes 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. Fernandes. 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:

    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
    • Bronchoscopy with Brushing
    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Biopsy
    • Image-Guided Bronchoscopy
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Biopsy
    • Bronchial lavage
    • BAL procedure
    • Lung washing
    • Flexible bronchoscopy
    • Bronchial brushing
    • Lung scope with biopsy
    • Flexible bronchoscopy with brushing
    • Transbronchial Needle Biopsy
    • Lung Biopsy via Bronchoscope
    • Airway Examination with Biopsy
    • Navigational Bronchoscopy
    • Computer-Assisted Bronchoscopy
    • Advanced Lung Scope

    CPT Codes:

    • 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
    • 31623: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with brushing or protected brushings
    • 31629: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial needle aspiration biopsy(s), trachea, main stem and/or lobar bronchus(i)
    • 31627: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with computer-assisted, image-guided navigation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])

    Also known as:

    • Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
    • Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Transbronchial Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
    • Lung Tissue Sample via Scope

    CPT Codes:

    • 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe

    Also known as:

    • Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound for Lung Lesions
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Ultrasound
    • Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) Bronchoscopy
    • Lung Lesion Biopsy with EBUS
    • Bronchial Ultrasound Guided Procedure
    • Lung Scope with Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 31654: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transendoscopic endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) during bronchoscopic diagnostic or therapeutic intervention(s) for peripheral lesion(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])

    Does Dr. Fernandes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fernandes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (260) 432-2297 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fernandes accept in Fort Wayne, IN?

    Dr. Fernandes in Fort Wayne, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • Cooperative Benefit Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Fernandes' office located?

    Dr. Eustace Fernandes' Primary Practice

    7916 W Jefferson Blvd

    Fort Wayne, IN 46804

    (260) 432-2297

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    Dr. Eustace Fernandes' Practice 2

    2520 E DuPont Rd

    Fort Wayne, IN 46825

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    Dr. Eustace Fernandes' Practice 3

    2003 Stults Rd Ste 110

    Huntington, IN 46750

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

    Dr. Fernandes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821040791.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fernandes?

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

    What is Dr. Eustace Fernandes's specialty?

    Dr. Fernandes is a Pulmonologist near Fort Wayne, IN. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Fernandes to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Eustace Fernandes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fernandes is affiliated with Lutheran Hospital - Indiana, Marion Health, Cameron Memorial Community Hospital, Dupont Hospital, IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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

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    Is Eustace Fernandes accepting new patients in Fort Wayne, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Eustace Fernandes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Eustace Fernandes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fernandes's office at (260) 432-2297 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Eustace Fernandes?

    Please contact Dr. Fernandes's office at (260) 432-2297 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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