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Dr. Eddie Fernandez, MD

Dr. Eddie Fernandez, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Silver Spring, MD

16 Years of Experience

Accepting patients
Online booking

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fernandez, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Silver Spring, MD?

    Dr. Eddie Fernandez, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Silver Spring, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Fernandez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fernandez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fernandez’s office at (240) 473-4321.

    Is Dr. Fernandez board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Eddie Fernandez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Fernandez speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Lymphedema
    • Lymphatic Swelling
    • Fluid Retention in Limbs
    • Chronic Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Vascular Disease
    • Bilateral Chronic Venous Disease
    • Both Legs Vein Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I87393: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with other complications of bilateral lower extremity

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Varicose Veins
    • Spider Veins
    • Venous Insufficiency
    • Chronic Venous Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I83892: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with other complications
    • I83891: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with other complications

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Hypertension with Inflammation
    • Vascular Disease
    • Inflamed Venous Hypertension
    • High Venous Pressure with Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I87323: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with inflammation of bilateral lower extremity

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fernandez 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
    • Vein Injection Therapy
    • Varicose Vein Sclerosing
    • Chemical Ablation of Veins
    • Varicose Vein Injections
    • Vein Sclerosing
    • Incompetent Vein Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 36471: Injection of sclerosant; multiple incompetent veins (other than telangiectasia), same leg
    • 36470: Injection of sclerosant; single incompetent vein (other than telangiectasia)

    Also known as:

    • Radiofrequency Vein Ablation
    • Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation
    • RF Ablation for Varicose Veins
    • Vein Closure Procedure
    • Varicose Vein Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 36475: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; first vein treated

    Also known as:

    • Foam Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
    • Laser Treatment for Varicose Veins
    • Sclerotherapy for veins
    • Foam injection for varicose veins
    • Ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy
    • Varicose vein injection
    • Varicose vein foam injection
    • Saphenous vein treatment
    • Endovenous Laser Ablation
    • Vein Laser Therapy
    • Varicose Vein Laser Surgery
    • Incompetent Vein Ablation

    CPT Codes:

    • 36466: Injection of non-compounded foam sclerosant with ultrasound compression maneuvers to guide dispersion of the injectate, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring; multiple incompetent truncal veins (eg, great saphenous vein, accessory saphenous vein), same leg
    • 36465: Injection of non-compounded foam sclerosant with ultrasound compression maneuvers to guide dispersion of the injectate, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring; single incompetent extremity truncal vein (eg, great saphenous vein, accessory saphenous vein)
    • 36478: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, laser; first vein treated

    Also known as:

    • Varicose Vein Removal (Stab Phlebectomy)
    • Microphlebectomy
    • Ambulatory Phlebectomy
    • Stab Incision Vein Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 37765: Stab phlebectomy of varicose veins, 1 extremity; 10-20 stab incisions

    Does Dr. Fernandez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fernandez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (240) 473-4321 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fernandez accept in Silver Spring, MD?

    Dr. Fernandez in Silver Spring, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of Maryland

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Fernandez's office located?

    Dr. Eddie Fernandez's Primary Practice

    831 University Blvd E Ste 25

    Silver Spring, MD 20903

    (240) 473-4321

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    Dr. Eddie Fernandez's Practice 2

    501 N Frederick Ave Ste 306

    Gaithersburg, MD 20877

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    Dr. Eddie Fernandez's Practice 3

    1401 Dual Hwy

    Hagerstown, MD 21740

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Eddie Fernandez?

    Dr. Fernandez has appointments available at his Silver Spring, MD office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

    What is Dr. Fernandez's NPI number?A 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 1083657761.

    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. Eddie Fernandez's specialty?

    Dr. Fernandez is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Silver Spring, MD.

    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. Eddie Fernandez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fernandez is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring, Suburban Hospital, George Washington University 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

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    Is Dr. Eddie Fernandez accepting new patients in Silver Spring, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Eddie Fernandez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Eddie Fernandez offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Fernandez, or call (240) 473-4321 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Eddie Fernandez?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Fernandez, or call (240) 473-4321 for more information.

    Where is Dr. Fernandez's office located?

    Dr. Fernandez's offices are located in Silver Spring, MD, Gaithersburg, MD, and Hagerstown, MD.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Eddie Fernandez have?

    Dr. Eddie Fernandez is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.