22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Fernandez, Internist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Luis Fernandez, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Fernandez graduated from University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine and completed his residency at Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Internal Medicine. Dr. Fernandez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fernandez’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fernandez’s office at (629) 255-2136.
Where did Dr. Fernandez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Internal Medicine | Jackson Memorial Hospital/Jackson Health System Program
Medical School: University of Miami Sch of Med, Miami Fl | University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine
Is Dr. Fernandez board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Luis Fernandez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Fernandez speak?
Dr. Fernandez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Fernandez treat?
As a Internist, 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.
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- PSA Test
- Prostate Exam
- Prostate Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Healthy Weight
- Overweight
- Body Weight
- Normal Weight
- Body Mass Index
- Optimal Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6824: Body mass index [BMI] 24.0-24.9, adult
- Z6825: Body mass index [BMI] 25.0-25.9, adult
- Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
- Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Abnormal Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- High blood glucose
- Low blood glucose
- Glucose intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7309: Other abnormal glucose
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
- Body Weight
- Overweight BMI
- Adult pre-obesity BMI
- Higher than normal BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult
Which procedures does Dr. Fernandez perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Luis Fernandez may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fernandez's office.
Does Dr. Fernandez accept my insurance?
Dr. Fernandez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (629) 255-2136 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fernandez accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Fernandez in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Christian Healthcare Ministries
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
HealthSmart
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fernandez's office located?
Dr. Luis Fernandez's Primary Practice
2325 Crestmoor Rd Ste 201
Nashville, TN 37215
(629) 255-2136
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 1962457069.
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. Luis Fernandez's specialty?
Dr. Fernandez is a Internist near Nashville, TN.
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. Fernandez to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Luis Fernandez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Fernandez is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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?
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Is Luis Fernandez accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Luis Fernandez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Luis Fernandez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fernandez's office at (629) 255-2136 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Luis Fernandez?
Please contact Dr. Fernandez's office at (629) 255-2136 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Luis Fernandez have?
Dr. Luis Fernandez is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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