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Dr. Jay Kernus, DO

Dr. Jay Kernus, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Wellington, FL

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kernus, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Wellington, FL?

    Dr. Jay Kernus, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Wellington, FL. He has been practicing for over 27 years. Dr. Kernus graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Albert Einstein Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Philadelphia Coll Of Osteo Med, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Kernus is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kernus’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kernus’s office at (561) 798-8535.

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

    • Residency: Albert Einstein Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Philadelphia Coll Of Osteo Med, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Albert Einstein Medical Center | Albert Einstein Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Philadelphia Coll of Osteo Med, Philadelphia Pa | Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kernus speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kernus typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kernus 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. Kernus. 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:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Hypertensive Urgency
    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure Urgency
    • Urgent High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I160: Hypertensive urgency

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kernus typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jay Kernus may include:

    Please contact Dr. Kernus' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Kernus accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kernus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (561) 798-8535 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kernus accept in Wellington, FL?

    Dr. Kernus in Wellington, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AmeriBen

    • Auxiant

    • Centene Corporation

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Maryland Physicians Care

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Sentara Health

    • State of Ohio

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    Where is Dr. Kernus' office located?

    Dr. Jay Kernus' Primary Practice

    10101 Forest Hill Blvd

    Wellington, FL 33414

    (561) 798-8535

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

    Dr. Kernus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962441048.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kernus?

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

    What is Dr. Jay Kernus's specialty?

    Dr. Kernus is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Wellington, FL.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Jay Kernus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kernus is affiliated with Wellington Regional Medical Center, Hca Florida Palms West Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital, Hca Florida Jfk Hospital 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. Jay Kernus accepting new patients in Wellington, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Jay Kernus is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jay Kernus offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kernus' office at (561) 798-8535 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jay Kernus?

    Please contact Dr. Kernus' office at (561) 798-8535 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kernus' office located?

    Dr. Kernus' office is located in Wellington, FL.