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Dr. Michael Hernandez, MD

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hernandez, Psychiatrist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Michael Hernandez, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Hernandez graduated from University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine and completed his residency at Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Anesthesiology; St Joseph Mercy Hlth Sys, Transitional Year. Dr. Hernandez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hernandez’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hernandez’s office at (323) 225-2786.

    Where did Dr. Hernandez go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Anesthesiology; St Joseph Mercy Hlth Sys, Transitional Year

    • Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi | University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine | Universidad AutÛnoma de Guadalajara Facultad de Medicina

    Is Dr. Hernandez board certified in Psychiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Hernandez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Hernandez speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Hernandez treat?

    As a Psychiatrist, 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:

    • Persistent Mood Disorder
    • Mood Disorder
    • Chronic Mood Disorder
    • Long-term Mood Problems
    • Affective Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F349: Persistent mood [affective] disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
    • Moderate Major Depressive Disorder (Single Episode)
    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Severe Depression (Single Episode)
    • Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
    • Depression
    • Severe Major Depressive Disorder with Psychotic Features (Single Episode)
    • Moderate chronic depression
    • Moderate recurring depression
    • Moderate depressive episodes
    • Moderate clinical depression
    • Moderate unipolar depression
    • Moderate depressive episode
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression
    • Severe major depression
    • Severe depressive episode
    • Psychotic depression
    • Severe depression with delusions
    • Depression with hallucinations
    • Major depressive disorder
    • Mood disorder
    • Severe clinical depression with psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
    • F321: Major depressive disorder, single episode, moderate
    • F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
    • F322: Major depressive disorder, single episode, severe without psychotic features
    • F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
    • F32A: Depression, unspecified
    • F323: Major depressive disorder, single episode, severe with psychotic features

    Also known as:

    • Schizoaffective Disorder, Depressive Type
    • Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
    • Depression
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Schizoaffective disorder
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Depressive schizoaffective illness
    • Psychotic depression
    • Schizophrenia with depressive features
    • Bipolar schizoaffective illness
    • Psychotic mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with bipolar features

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F251: Schizoaffective disorder, depressive type
    • F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type

    Also known as:

    • Delirium
    • Acute confusional state
    • Acute brain failure
    • Toxic encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F05: Delirium due to known physiological condition

    Also known as:

    • Paranoid Schizophrenia
    • Schizophrenia
    • Schizophrenia with Paranoia
    • Paranoid Psychosis
    • Delusional Schizophrenia
    • Psychotic disorder
    • Thought disorder
    • Mental illness with psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F200: Paranoid schizophrenia
    • F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Psychosis
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Psychotic break
    • Mental break
    • Psychotic episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F29: Unspecified psychosis not due to a substance or known physiological condition

    Also known as:

    • Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode
    • Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode and Psychosis
    • Bipolar Disorder with Severe Manic Episode and Psychosis
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Severe bipolar depression
    • Major depressive episode in bipolar
    • Profound low mood in bipolar
    • Psychotic bipolar depression
    • Severe bipolar depression with delusions
    • Bipolar with depressive psychosis
    • Psychotic bipolar mania
    • Severe bipolar with delusions
    • Bipolar with manic psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F314: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, without psychotic features
    • F315: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, with psychotic features
    • F312: Bipolar disorder, current episode manic severe with psychotic features

    Does Dr. Hernandez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hernandez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 225-2786 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hernandez accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Hernandez in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Altamed Health Services

    • Beacon Health Options

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Preferred IPA

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    Where is Dr. Hernandez's office located?

    Dr. Michael Hernandez's Primary Practice

    1720 E Cesar E Chavez Ave

    Los Angeles, CA 90033

    (323) 225-2786

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    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 1508865023.

    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. Michael Hernandez's specialty?

    Dr. Hernandez is a Psychiatrist near Los Angeles, CA.

    A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.

    Contact Dr. Hernandez to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michael Hernandez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hernandez is affiliated with Adventist Health White Memorial 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 Psychiatrist?

    Explore Psychiatrist with 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 Michael Hernandez accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Hernandez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Hernandez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hernandez's office at (323) 225-2786 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Hernandez?

    Please contact Dr. Hernandez's office at (323) 225-2786 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Hernandez have?

    Dr. Michael Hernandez is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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