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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fernandez, Family Medicine Specialist in Pocatello, ID?
Dr. Luis Fernandez, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pocatello, ID with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Fernandez completed his residency at Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, General Surgery. Dr. Fernandez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fernandez’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fernandez’s office.
Where did Dr. Fernandez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, General Surgery
Medical School: University Central De Venezuela- Esc De Med "luis Razetti"- Caracas
Is Dr. Fernandez board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Luis Fernandez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family 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 Family 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.
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Tuberculosis Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
- TB test
- PPD test
- Tuberculosis exposure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
- Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis
Also known as:
- Birth Control Shot Check-up
- Other Birth Control Counseling
- Birth Control Management (Unspecified)
- First-time Birth Control Pill Prescription
- Birth Control
- Injectable contraceptive follow-up
- Depo-Provera monitoring
- Birth control injection check
- Additional contraceptive advice
- General family planning discussion
- Ongoing birth control counseling
- General contraceptive care
- Family planning management
- Birth control services
- Initial oral contraceptive prescription
- Starting birth control pills
- New birth control pill order
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3042: Encounter for surveillance of injectable contraceptive
- Z3009: Encounter for other general counseling and advice on contraception
- Z309: Encounter for contraceptive management, unspecified
- Z30011: Encounter for initial prescription of contraceptive pills
Also known as:
- Antibody Response Test
- Immune Response Test
- Antibody Level Check
- Immunity Assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0184: Encounter for antibody response examination
Also known as:
- Latent Tuberculosis (TB) Testing
- Tuberculosis
- TB Skin Test
- Latent TB Infection Screening
- Tuberculosis Exposure Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z117: Encounter for testing for latent tuberculosis infection
Also known as:
- Birth Control Pill Check-up
- Birth Control
- Oral Contraceptive Follow-up
- Pill Prescription Check
- Contraceptive Pill Management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3041: Encounter for surveillance of contraceptive pills
Also known as:
- Negative Pregnancy Test Result
- Pregnancy Test
- No pregnancy detected
- Negative HCG test
- Not pregnant result
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3202: Encounter for pregnancy test, result negative
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- 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:
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- HPV and Pap Test Results
- Pap Test
- HPV Test
- Cervical Smear
- Early Cervical Cancer Detection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix
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:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Emergency Contraception Prescription
- Birth Control
- Morning-After Pill Prescription
- Emergency Birth Control
- Post-Coital Contraception
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z30012: Encounter for prescription of emergency contraception
Also known as:
- Opioid Intoxication
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid Overdose
- Acute Opioid Intoxication
- Opioid Poisoning
- Being High on Opioids
ICD-10 Codes:
- F11929: Opioid use, unspecified with intoxication, unspecified
Also known as:
- HIV Screening Test
- HIV Test
- AIDS Test
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z114: Encounter for screening for human immunodeficiency virus [HIV]
Which procedures does Dr. Fernandez perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Luis Fernandez may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
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 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fernandez accept in Pocatello, ID?
Dr. Fernandez in Pocatello, ID accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Apex Healthcare
Blue Cross of Idaho
Cambia (Regence)
Cigna
Community Health Network
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
IHC / SelectHealth
Medicare
State of Idaho
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fernandez's office located?
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 1841299302.
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 Family Medicine Specialist near Pocatello, ID. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Fernandez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Luis Fernandez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fernandez is affiliated with Portneuf Medical Center, Bingham Memorial Hospital, Mountain View Hospital - Idaho Falls, ID 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Luis Fernandez accepting new patients in Pocatello, ID?
Yes, Dr. Luis Fernandez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Luis Fernandez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fernandez's office 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 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 Family Medicine.
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