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Dr. Luis Fernandez, MD

Pocatello, ID

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 Medicare 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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fernandez typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    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
    • Birth Control
    • Injectable contraceptive follow-up
    • Depo-Provera monitoring
    • Birth control injection check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3042: Encounter for surveillance of injectable contraceptive

    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

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fernandez typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Luis Fernandez may include:

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

    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

    • Blue Cross of Idaho Health Service

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Intermountain Health

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Idaho

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Fernandez's office located?

    Dr. Luis Fernandez's Primary Practice

    777 Hospital Way

    Pocatello, ID 83201

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    Dr. Luis Fernandez's Practice 2

    823 Reed St

    American Falls, ID 83211

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    Dr. Luis Fernandez's Practice 3

    500 S 11th Ave Ste 303

    Pocatello, ID 83201

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    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.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 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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