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Who is Dr. Herrera, Infectious Disease Specialist in Coral Gables, FL?
Dr. Oscar Herrera, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Coral Gables, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Herrera graduated from Autonomous University of Central America. Dr. Herrera is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Herrera’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Herrera’s office at (305) 854-1133.
Where did Dr. Herrera go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: INFECTIOUS DISEASE, Medical University South Carolina, Charleston, SC | Clinical Immunology, University of Miami/Jackson Memorial, Miami, FL | Medical University of South Carolina
Medical School: Autonomous University of Central America
Is Dr. Herrera board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Oscar Herrera, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Herrera speak?
Dr. Herrera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Herrera treat?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Herrera 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. Herrera. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Other White Blood Cell Disorder
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
- Uncommon white blood cell conditions
- Rare leukocyte disorders
- Specific white blood cell problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
- D7289: Other specified disorders of white blood cells
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
- Left Leg Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Leg Infection
- Spreading Left Leg Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
- L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- E. Coli Infection
- Escherichia coli infection
- E. coli bacteria
- E. coli food poisoning
ICD-10 Codes:
- B9620: Unspecified Escherichia coli [E. coli] as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
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
Which procedures does Dr. Herrera perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Oscar Herrera may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Herrera's office.
Does Dr. Herrera accept my insurance?
Dr. Herrera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 854-1133 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Herrera accept in Coral Gables, FL?
Dr. Herrera in Coral Gables, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CareCentrix
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Doctors HealthCare Plans, Inc.
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Herrera's office located?
Dr. Oscar Herrera's Primary Practice
3100 S Douglas Rd
Coral Gables, FL 33134
(305) 854-1133
What is Dr. Herrera's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Herrera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962475111.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Herrera?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Herrera
What is Dr. Oscar Herrera's specialty?
Dr. Herrera is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Coral Gables, FL.
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Contact Dr. Herrera to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Oscar Herrera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Herrera is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Hca Florida Mercy Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Infectious Disease Specialist?
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Is Oscar Herrera accepting new patients in Coral Gables, FL?
Yes, Dr. Oscar Herrera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Oscar Herrera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Herrera's office at (305) 854-1133 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Oscar Herrera?
Please contact Dr. Herrera's office at (305) 854-1133 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Oscar Herrera have?
Dr. Oscar Herrera is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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