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Dr. Fernando Sanchez, MD

Dr. Fernando Sanchez, MD

New Orleans, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sanchez, Orthopedic Surgeon in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Fernando Sanchez, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sanchez completed his residency at University of Alabama at Birmingham. He is a member of the (Hispanic American Medical Association of Louisiana, Engh Fellowship Society President, AAOS, AAHKS, American Medical Association, ICGR, Southern Orthopaedic Association, South American Knee and Hip Society, Colombian Orthopeadic and Traumatologie Society, and Louisiana Orthopeadic Association. Dr. Sanchez is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sanchez’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sanchez’s office at (504) 988-0100.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Sanchez?

    Dr. Fernando Sanchez, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Sanchez empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Reconstructive Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New Orleans/LA community, Dr. Sanchez is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Anderson Orthopaedics Research Institute

    • Residency: University of Alabama at Birmingham

    • Medical School: Instituto de Ciencias de la Salud CES Medical School

    What languages does Dr. Sanchez speak?

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

    • English

    • Portuguese

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Sanchez treat?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Sanchez 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. Sanchez. 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:

    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Both Hips
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Bilateral Hip Arthritis
    • Primary Degenerative Hip Disease
    • Both Hips Arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
    • M160: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of hip

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Left Artificial Knee Joint
    • Right Artificial Knee Joint
    • Having Artificial Knee Joints (Both Knees)
    • Having a Right Artificial Hip Joint
    • Knee Replacement
    • Hip Replacement
    • Left Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Prosthesis
    • Left Knee Arthroplasty
    • Right Knee Replacement
    • Right Knee Prosthesis
    • Right Knee Arthroplasty
    • Bilateral knee replacement
    • Both knee prostheses
    • Double knee replacement
    • Right hip replacement
    • Right hip prosthesis
    • Artificial right hip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
    • Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
    • Z96653: Presence of artificial knee joint, bilateral
    • Z96641: Presence of right artificial hip joint

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Left Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort
    • Sore Left Hip
    • Left Hip Ache
    • Left Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip
    • M25552: Pain in left hip

    Also known as:

    • Knee Joint Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Internal Knee Derangement
    • Knee Joint Problem
    • Knee Instability

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2391: Unspecified internal derangement of right knee
    • M2392: Unspecified internal derangement of left knee

    Also known as:

    • Joint Stiffness
    • Joint Disorder
    • Joint Fusion
    • Stiff Joint
    • Ankylosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2460: Ankylosis, unspecified joint

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Which procedures does Dr. Sanchez perform as a Orthopedic Surgeon?

    As a Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Fernando Sanchez may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sanchez's office.

    Does Dr. Sanchez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sanchez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 988-0100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sanchez accept in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Sanchez in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Sanchez's office located?

    Dr. Fernando Sanchez's Primary Practice

    1415 Tulane Ave

    New Orleans, LA 70112

    (504) 988-0100

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    Dr. Fernando Sanchez's Practice 2

    1601 Perdido St

    New Orleans, LA 70112

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    Dr. Fernando Sanchez's Practice 3

    7030 Canal Blvd Ste 110

    New Orleans, LA 70124

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    (Hispanic American Medical Association of Louisiana

    President

    Engh Fellowship Society President

    Member

    AAOS

    Fellow

    AAHKS

    Member

    American Medical Association

    Member

    ICGR

    Member

    Southern Orthopaedic Association

    Member

    South American Knee and Hip Society

    Member

    Colombian Orthopeadic and Traumatologie Society

    Member

    Louisiana Orthopeadic Association

    Member

    Awards

    Professor of Orthopaedics

    Bette and Jack Kenneth Wickstrom

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

    Dr. Sanchez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295701035.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sanchez?

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

    What is Dr. Fernando Sanchez's specialty?

    Dr. Sanchez is a Orthopedic Surgeon near New Orleans, LA. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Sanchez to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Sanchez is affiliated with East Jefferson General 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 Sanchez accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?

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

    Does Dr. Fernando Sanchez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sanchez's office at (504) 988-0100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Fernando Sanchez?

    Please contact Dr. Sanchez's office at (504) 988-0100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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