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Dr. Fernando Bayron Velez, MD

Tamarac, FL

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bayron Velez, Surgeon in Tamarac, FL?

    Dr. Fernando Bayron Velez, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tamarac, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years. Dr. Bayron Velez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bayron Velez’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bayron Velez’s office at (954) 726-0095.

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

      What languages does Dr. Bayron Velez speak?

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

      • English

      • Spanish

      What conditions does Dr. Bayron Velez treat?

      As a Surgeon, Dr. Bayron Velez 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. Bayron Velez. 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:

      • Severe Obesity
      • Obesity
      • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
      • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
      • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
      • Morbid Obesity
      • Extreme Obesity
      • Class 3 Obesity
      • Excess Weight
      • Being Overweight
      • High BMI

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
      • E669: Obesity, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Groin Hernia (One Side)
      • Diaphragmatic Hernia
      • Hernia
      • Inguinal Hernia
      • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
      • Single Groin Hernia
      • Hernia in One Groin
      • Hiatal Hernia
      • Hernia of the Diaphragm

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
      • K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene

      Also known as:

      • Sebaceous Cyst
      • Skin Condition
      • Epidermoid Cyst
      • Keratin Cyst
      • Skin Lump

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • L723: Sebaceous cyst

      Also known as:

      • Acid Reflux
      • GERD
      • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
      • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
      • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
      • Gastroesophageal Reflux
      • Heartburn
      • Indigestion

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

      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

      What procedures does Dr. Bayron Velez perform?

      As a Surgeon, Dr. Bayron Velez performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Bayron Velez. 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:

      • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
      • Biopsy
      • Endoscopy
      • EGD with Biopsy
      • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
      • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

      CPT Codes:

      • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

      Also known as:

      • Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
      • Large Abdominal Hernia Repair (Incarcerated/Strangulated)
      • Laparoscopic Repair of Recurrent Inguinal Hernia
      • Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
      • Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
      • Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
      • Emergency Abdominal Hernia Surgery
      • Incarcerated Hernia Repair
      • Strangulated Hernia Repair
      • Complex Ventral Hernia Repair
      • Recurrent Groin Hernia Surgery
      • Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernioplasty

      CPT Codes:

      • 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
      • 49596: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); greater than 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
      • 49651: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair recurrent inguinal hernia

      Also known as:

      • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
      • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
      • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
      • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

      CPT Codes:

      • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

      Also known as:

      • Open Liver Biopsy (Wedge)
      • Wedge Liver Biopsy
      • Surgical Liver Biopsy
      • Liver Tissue Sample

      CPT Codes:

      • 47100: Biopsy of liver, wedge

      Also known as:

      • Large Benign Skin Lesion Removal
      • Benign Skin Growth Excision
      • Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
      • Large Skin Lesion Biopsy

      CPT Codes:

      • 11406: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm

      Also known as:

      • Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
      • Wounds and Injuries
      • Laceration Repair (Body)
      • Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
      • Deep Wound Stitching (Body)

      CPT Codes:

      • 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

      Also known as:

      • Muscle or Skin Flap Surgery (Trunk)
      • Myocutaneous Flap (Body)
      • Fasciocutaneous Flap (Trunk)
      • Tissue Flap Reconstruction (Torso)

      CPT Codes:

      • 15734: Muscle, myocutaneous, or fasciocutaneous flap; trunk

      Also known as:

      • Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy
      • Breast Biopsy
      • Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
      • Breast Tissue Sample
      • Breast Lesion Biopsy with Clip

      CPT Codes:

      • 19083: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance

      Also known as:

      • Removal of Large Benign Skin Lesion
      • Excision of Non-Cancerous Growth
      • Benign Skin Tumor Removal
      • Large Skin Lesion Excision

      CPT Codes:

      • 11426: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter over 4.0 cm

      Also known as:

      • Large Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Back/Flank)
      • Large Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Neck/Chest)
      • Soft Tissue Tumor Excision
      • Back Tumor Removal
      • Flank Tumor Surgery
      • Intramuscular Tumor Excision
      • Neck soft tissue tumor removal
      • Chest wall tumor excision
      • Subfascial tumor removal
      • Large intramuscular tumor surgery

      CPT Codes:

      • 21933: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of back or flank, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); 5 cm or greater
      • 21554: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of neck or anterior thorax, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); 5 cm or greater

      Does Dr. Bayron Velez accept my insurance?

      Dr. Bayron Velez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 726-0095 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Bayron Velez accept in Tamarac, FL?

      Dr. Bayron Velez in Tamarac, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

      Top Insurances

      • Centene

      • Century Healthcare

      • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

      • Florida Blue / Guidewell

      • Humana

      • Medicare

      • MedImpact

      • Oscar Health Insurance Co

      • State of Tennessee

      • UnitedHealthcare

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      Where is Dr. Bayron Velez's office located?

      Dr. Fernando Bayron Velez's Primary Practice

      7421 N University Dr Ste 107

      Tamarac, FL 33321

      (954) 726-0095

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      Dr. Fernando Bayron Velez's Practice 2

      4900 W Oakland Park Blvd Ste 101

      Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33313

      (954) 370-3420

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

      Dr. Bayron Velez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891783080.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bayron Velez?

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

      What is Dr. Fernando Bayron Velez's specialty?

      Dr. Bayron Velez is a Surgeon near Tamarac, FL. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Bayron Velez to book an appointment today.

      Is this Dr. Fernando Bayron Velez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      Yes, Dr. Bayron Velez is affiliated with HCA Florida Westside 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

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      Is Fernando Bayron Velez accepting new patients in Tamarac, FL?

      Yes, Dr. Fernando Bayron Velez is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. Fernando Bayron Velez offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Bayron Velez's office at (954) 726-0095 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Fernando Bayron Velez?

      Please contact Dr. Bayron Velez's office at (954) 726-0095 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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