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Dr. Jorge Fernandez Decordova, MD

Munster, IN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fernandez Decordova, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Munster, IN?

    Dr. Jorge Fernandez Decordova, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Munster, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Fernandez Decordova graduated from Universidad Mayor De San Andres, Facultad De Medicina. Dr. Fernandez Decordova is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fernandez Decordova’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fernandez Decordova’s office at (219) 836-4622.

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

    • Medical School: Universidad Mayor De San Andres, Facultad De Medicina

    What languages does Dr. Fernandez Decordova speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Fernandez Decordova treat?

    As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Fernandez Decordova 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 Decordova. 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:

    • Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
    • Benign Cecum Polyp
    • Benign Sigmoid Colon Polyp
    • Benign Descending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
    • Ascending colon adenoma
    • Ascending colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
    • Transverse colon adenoma
    • Transverse colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous cecum growth
    • Cecal adenoma
    • Cecum benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous sigmoid colon growth
    • Sigmoid colon adenoma
    • Sigmoid colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous descending colon growth
    • Descending colon adenoma
    • Descending colon benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
    • D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
    • D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum
    • D125: Benign neoplasm of sigmoid colon
    • D124: Benign neoplasm of descending colon

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastric Conditions
    • Duodenal Conditions
    • Digestive System Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Non-cancerous Rectum Growth
    • Benign Tumor
    • Rectal Disorder
    • Benign rectal tumor
    • Rectal neoplasm
    • Non-malignant rectal mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D128: Benign neoplasm of rectum

    Also known as:

    • Other Esophagus Condition
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Various esophageal diseases
    • Miscellaneous esophagus problems
    • Other food pipe issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2289: Other specified disease of esophagus

    Also known as:

    • Upper GI Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Upper Gastrointestinal Screening
    • Esophagus and Stomach Check
    • Upper Digestive Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z13810: Encounter for screening for upper gastrointestinal disorder

    Also known as:

    • Ulcerative Colitis
    • UC
    • Chronic Colitis
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5140: Inflammatory polyps of colon without complications

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Polyp
    • Rectal Disorder
    • Rectal Growth
    • Colon Polyp
    • Benign Rectal Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K621: Rectal polyp

    Also known as:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Does Dr. Fernandez Decordova accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fernandez Decordova accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (219) 836-4622 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fernandez Decordova accept in Munster, IN?

    Dr. Fernandez Decordova in Munster, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CareSource

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Group Administrators Ltd

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Virginia

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Fernandez Decordova's office located?

    Dr. Jorge Fernandez Decordova's Primary Practice

    901 MacArthur Blvd

    Munster, IN 46321

    (219) 836-4622

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    Dr. Jorge Fernandez Decordova's Practice 2

    4321 Fir St

    East Chicago, IN 46312

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    Dr. Jorge Fernandez Decordova's Practice 3

    200 High Park Ave

    Goshen, IN 46526

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

    Dr. Fernandez Decordova's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861487670.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fernandez Decordova?

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

    What is Dr. Jorge Fernandez Decordova's specialty?

    Dr. Fernandez Decordova is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Munster, IN. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Fernandez Decordova to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Jorge Fernandez Decordova affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fernandez Decordova is affiliated with Goshen Hospital 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 Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?

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    Is Jorge Fernandez Decordova accepting new patients in Munster, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Jorge Fernandez Decordova is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jorge Fernandez Decordova offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fernandez Decordova's office at (219) 836-4622 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jorge Fernandez Decordova?

    Please contact Dr. Fernandez Decordova's office at (219) 836-4622 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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