39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Sanchez, Internist in Hialeah, FL?
Dr. Fernando Sanchez, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Hialeah, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Sanchez graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at Lincoln Hospital/New York Medical College. Dr. Sanchez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sanchez’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sanchez’s office at (954) 433-9923.
Where did Dr. Sanchez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lincoln Hospital/New York Medical College
Medical School: Universidad C.I.F.A.S. | Universidad Iberomericana | Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas
Is Dr. Sanchez board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Fernando Sanchez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sanchez speak?
Dr. Sanchez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Sanchez treat?
As an Internist, 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:
- Other General Medical Examination
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- General Health Checkup
- Comprehensive Medical Exam
- Miscellaneous Physical Exam
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z008: Encounter for other general examination
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Diabetes Screening
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Sugar Test
- Diabetes Mellitus Screening
- Glucose Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Healthy Weight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
- Normal Weight
- Body Mass Index
- Optimal Weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
- Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
- Z6824: Body mass index [BMI] 24.0-24.9, adult
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
- Body Weight
- Overweight BMI
- Adult pre-obesity BMI
- Higher than normal BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Sanchez perform as an Internist?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Fernando Sanchez may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
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 (954) 433-9923 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sanchez accept in Hialeah, FL?
Dr. Sanchez in Hialeah, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
HealthComp
Medicaid
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sanchez's office located?
Dr. Fernando Sanchez's Primary Practice
18300 NW 62nd Ave Ste 300
Hialeah, FL 33015
(954) 433-9923
Dr. Fernando Sanchez's Practice 3
18300 NW 62nd Ave Ste 300
Miami Gardens, FL 33015
(305) 628-4600
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 1699730648.
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 Internist near Hialeah, FL.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Sanchez to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Fernando Sanchez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sanchez is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Memorial Hospital Pembroke. 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
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Is Fernando Sanchez accepting new patients in Hialeah, FL?
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 (954) 433-9923 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 (954) 433-9923 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Fernando Sanchez have?
Dr. Fernando Sanchez is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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