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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Hernandez, Family Medicine Specialist in Fort Morgan, CO?
Dr. Elias Hernandez, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fort Morgan, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Hernandez graduated from Universidad Militar Nueva Granada Facultad de Medicina and completed his residency at Valley Baptist Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Hernandez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hernandez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hernandez’s office at (970) 810-9011.
Where did Dr. Hernandez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Valley Baptist Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Valley Baptist Medical Center Program
Medical School: University De Montemorelos, Esc De Med, Montemorelos, Nuevo Leon, Mexico | Universidad Militar Nueva Granada Facultad de Medicina
Is Dr. Hernandez board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Elias Hernandez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hernandez typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hernandez typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hernandez 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Skin Biopsy
- Punch Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Dermal Punch Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion
Does Dr. Hernandez accept my insurance?
Dr. Hernandez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (970) 810-9011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hernandez accept in Fort Morgan, CO?
Dr. Hernandez in Fort Morgan, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Colorado
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hernandez's office located?
Dr. Elias Hernandez's Primary Practice
1000 Lincoln St Ste 101
Fort Morgan, CO 80701
(970) 810-9011
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 1457337040.
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. Elias Hernandez's specialty?
Dr. Hernandez is a Family Medicine Specialist near Fort Morgan, CO.
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. Elias Hernandez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hernandez is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Banner North Colorado Medical Center, East Morgan County Hospital, Commonspirit - St. Elizabeth Hospital, North Colorado Medical Center, Sterling Regional Medcenter, Banner Fort Collins Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
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Is Elias Hernandez accepting new patients in Fort Morgan, CO?
Yes, Dr. Elias Hernandez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elias Hernandez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hernandez's office at (970) 810-9011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elias Hernandez?
Please contact Dr. Hernandez's office at (970) 810-9011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Elias Hernandez have?
Dr. Elias Hernandez is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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