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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fernandez, Internist in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Caroline Fernandez, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Fernandez completed her residency at St Barnabas Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Fernandez is fluent in English, Filipino, Hindi, Pilipino, Spanish, and Tagalog, 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 (716) 847-6610.
Where did Dr. Fernandez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Barnabas Hosp, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Fernandez board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Caroline 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
Filipino
Hindi
Pilipino
Spanish
Tagalog
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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
Also known as:
- Other Spinal Disc Disorder in Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Disc Problems
- Lower Back Disc Issues
- Spine Disc Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5186: Other intervertebral disc disorders, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Need for Personal Care Assistance
- Help with daily living
- Assistance with self-care
- Activities of daily living support
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z741: Need for assistance with personal care
Also known as:
- Ataxia
- Movement Disorder
- Loss of Coordination
- Clumsiness
- Balance Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R270: Ataxia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Bronchial Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Asthma Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45998: Other asthma
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Which procedures does Dr. Fernandez perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Caroline 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 (716) 847-6610 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fernandez accept in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Fernandez in Buffalo, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Community Care Network
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fernandez's office located?
Dr. Caroline Fernandez's Primary Practice
430 S Park Ave
Buffalo, NY 14204
(716) 847-6610
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 1861499915.
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. Caroline Fernandez's specialty?
Dr. Fernandez is a Internist near Buffalo, NY.
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. Caroline Fernandez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fernandez is affiliated with Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Caroline Fernandez accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?
Yes, Dr. Caroline Fernandez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Caroline Fernandez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fernandez's office at (716) 847-6610 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Caroline Fernandez?
Please contact Dr. Fernandez's office at (716) 847-6610 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Caroline Fernandez have?
Dr. Caroline Fernandez is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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