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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fernandez, Surgeon in Columbia, MD?
Dr. Kristen Fernandez, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Columbia, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Fernandez completed her residency at St Agnes Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Fernandez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fernandez’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fernandez’s office.
Where did Dr. Fernandez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Agnes Hosp, General Surgery
Is Dr. Fernandez board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Kristen Fernandez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Fernandez speak?
Dr. Fernandez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Fernandez treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Fernandez 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. Fernandez. 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:
- Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
- Precancerous cells left breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
- DCIS left breast
- Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
- Diffuse left female breast cancer
- Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
- Precancerous cells right breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
- DCIS right breast
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Left female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner left female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50212: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of left female breast
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Family History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Family History
- Hereditary breast cancer risk
- Genetic predisposition to breast cancer
- Breast cancer in the family
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z803: Family history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Arm Swelling After Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
- Post-Mastectomy Lymphedema
- Swelling After Breast Cancer Surgery
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
- I972: Postmastectomy lymphedema syndrome
Also known as:
- Other Personal Health Risks
- Other health risk factors
- Specific personal risks
- Individual health concerns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9189: Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Benign Left Breast Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Breast Disease
- Non-cancerous left breast growth
- Left breast mass
- Left breast lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D242: Benign neoplasm of left breast
Also known as:
- Breast Pain
- Breast Disease
- Mastalgia
- Tender Breasts
- Sore Breasts
ICD-10 Codes:
- N644: Mastodynia
Also known as:
- Benign Breast Lump
- Benign Tumor
- Breast Disease
- Non-cancerous breast mass
- Breast fibroadenoma
- Benign breast disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D241: Benign neoplasm of right breast
Also known as:
- Other Specific Breast Disorder
- Breast Disease
- Various breast conditions
- Miscellaneous breast ailments
- Specific breast problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6489: Other specified disorders of breast
Also known as:
- Nipple Discharge
- Breast Disease
- Nipple Secretion
- Leaking Nipple
- Galactorrhea
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6452: Nipple discharge
Also known as:
- Breast Enlargement
- Breast Disease
- Breast hypertrophy
- Macromastia
- Gigantomastia
ICD-10 Codes:
- N62: Hypertrophy of breast
Which procedures does Dr. Fernandez perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Kristen Fernandez may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fernandez's office.
Does Dr. Fernandez accept my insurance?
Dr. Fernandez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fernandez accept in Columbia, MD?
Dr. Fernandez in Columbia, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CommuniCare Advantage
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Johns Hopkins
Medicare
Riverside Health
UnitedHealthcare
University of Maryland Health Advantage
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Where is Dr. Fernandez's office located?
Dr. Kristen Fernandez's Practice 3
9103 Franklin Square Dr Ste 1500
Baltimore, MD 21237
(443) 777-6500
What is Dr. Fernandez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fernandez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760451603.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fernandez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fernandez
What is Dr. Kristen Fernandez's specialty?
Dr. Fernandez is a Surgeon near Columbia, MD. 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. Fernandez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kristen Fernandez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fernandez is affiliated with Ascension Saint Agnes 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 Kristen Fernandez accepting new patients in Columbia, MD?
Yes, Dr. Kristen Fernandez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristen Fernandez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fernandez's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristen Fernandez?
Please contact Dr. Fernandez's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kristen Fernandez have?
Dr. Kristen Fernandez is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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