24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hernandez, Pediatric Emergency Specialist in Miramar, FL?
Dr. Sharon Hernandez, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, who primarily practices in Miramar, FL with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Hernandez graduated from University of Central Florida College of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Hernandez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hernandez’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hernandez’s office at (954) 538-5000.
Where did Dr. Hernandez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Pediatrics | All Children's Hospital Program
Medical School: University of South Fl Coll of Med, Tampa Fl | University of Central Florida College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hernandez speak?
Dr. Hernandez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hernandez treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, Dr. 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. 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.
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
- H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear
- H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
- Acute respiratory failure
- ARDS
- Severe breathing distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0603: Acute respiratory distress
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Sudden Airway Spasm
- Bronchial Disorder
- Acute airway constriction
- Bronchial spasm
- Sudden narrowing of airways
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9801: Acute bronchospasm
Also known as:
- Allergy
- Allergic Reaction
- Hypersensitivity
- Allergic Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- T7840XA: Allergy, unspecified, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Bruise on Head
- Bruises
- Head contusion
- Head bump
- Black and blue mark on head
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0083XA: Contusion of other part of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Laceration
- Wounds and Injuries
- Head Cut
- Deep Head Cut
- Head Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0181XA: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Hernandez perform as a Pediatric Emergency Specialist?
As a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sharon Hernandez may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hernandez's office.
Does Dr. Hernandez accept my insurance?
Dr. Hernandez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 538-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hernandez accept in Miramar, FL?
Dr. Hernandez in Miramar, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AvMed Health Plan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Molina
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Other Health Care Provider
State of Florida
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hernandez's office located?
Dr. Sharon Hernandez's Primary Practice
1901 SW 172nd Ave
Miramar, FL 33029
(954) 538-5000
What is Dr. Hernandez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hernandez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114953916.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hernandez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hernandez
What is Dr. Sharon Hernandez's specialty?
Dr. Hernandez is a Pediatric Emergency Specialist near Miramar, FL. Pediatric Emergency Medicine is a clinical subspecialty dedicated to the care of acutely ill or injured children in the emergency department setting. Contact Dr. Hernandez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sharon Hernandez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hernandez is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Miramar which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Sharon Hernandez accepting new patients in Miramar, FL?
Yes, Dr. Sharon Hernandez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sharon Hernandez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hernandez's office at (954) 538-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sharon Hernandez?
Please contact Dr. Hernandez's office at (954) 538-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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