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Dr. Deborah Fernandes, MD

Pediatrician

Antioch, CA

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fernandes, Pediatrician in Antioch, CA?

    Dr. Deborah Fernandes, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Antioch, CA. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Fernandes completed her residency at Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Pediatrics. Dr. Fernandes is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fernandes’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fernandes’s office at (925) 813-6375.

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

    • Residency: Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Pediatrics | SUNY Brooklyn/Childrens Med Ctr

    • Medical School: Albert Szent-Gyorgyi Orvostudomanyi Egyetem | University Of Szeged, Medical Sciences Centre, Faculty Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Fernandes board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Deborah Fernandes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Fernandes speak?

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

    • English
    • Hindi

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Fernandes typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Fernandes 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. Fernandes. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Eye Disease
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Annual eye checkup
    • Vision screening, no issues
    • Eye health exam, all clear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Eye and Ear Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Vision Screening
    • Hearing Screening
    • Eye and Ear Check-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z135: Encounter for screening for eye and ear disorders

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Fernandes typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Deborah Fernandes may include:

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

    Does Dr. Fernandes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fernandes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 813-6375 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fernandes accept in Antioch, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

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    Where is Dr. Fernandes' office located?

    Dr. Deborah Fernandes' Primary Practice

    4501 Sand Creek Rd

    Antioch, CA 94531

    (925) 813-6375

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    What hospitals are Dr. Fernandes affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Fernandes has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Antioch Medical Center,Antioch, CA
    Kaiser Permanente - Walnut Creek Medical Center,Walnut Creek, CA
    Kaiser Permanente - Sacramento Medical Center,Sacramento, CA

    What is Dr. Fernandes's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Fernandes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205843562.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fernandes?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fernandes

    What is Dr. Deborah Fernandes's specialty?

    Dr. Fernandes is a Pediatrician near Antioch, CA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Deborah Fernandes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fernandes is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Manteca Medical Center 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Dr. Deborah Fernandes accepting new patients in Antioch, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Deborah Fernandes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Deborah Fernandes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fernandes' office at (925) 813-6375 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Deborah Fernandes?

    Please contact Dr. Fernandes' office at (925) 813-6375 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Fernandes' office located?

    Dr. Fernandes' office is located in Antioch, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Deborah Fernandes have?

    Dr. Deborah Fernandes is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.