35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hernandez, Hospitalist in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. Donaldo Hernandez, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Santa Cruz, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Hernandez graduated from University of California and completed his residency at La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Internal 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 (831) 423-4111.
Where did Dr. Hernandez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | La Co Harbor UCLA Med Center | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Hernandez board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Donaldo Hernandez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal 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 Hospitalist like Dr. Hernandez typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, 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:
- Sepsis
- Severe Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
- Systemic Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- R6520: Severe sepsis without septic shock
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Hernandez typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Donaldo Hernandez may include:
Please contact Dr. Hernandez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hernandez accept my insurance?
Dr. Hernandez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 423-4111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hernandez accept in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. Hernandez in Santa Cruz, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Santa Cruz County
Sutter Health
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Where is Dr. Hernandez's office located?
Dr. Donaldo Hernandez's Primary Practice
1661 Soquel Dr Ste D
Santa Cruz, CA 95065
(831) 423-4111
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 1588644470.
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. Donaldo Hernandez's specialty?
Dr. Hernandez is a Hospitalist near Santa Cruz, CA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Donaldo Hernandez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hernandez is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Donaldo Hernandez accepting new patients in Santa Cruz, CA?
Yes, Dr. Donaldo Hernandez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Donaldo Hernandez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hernandez's office at (831) 423-4111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Donaldo Hernandez?
Please contact Dr. Hernandez's office at (831) 423-4111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Donaldo Hernandez have?
Dr. Donaldo Hernandez is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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