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Dr. Fernando Abad, MD

Dr. Fernando Abad, MD

Anesthesiologist

Memphis, TN

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Abad, Anesthesiologist in Memphis, TN?

    Dr. Fernando Abad, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Memphis, TN. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Abad completed his residency at Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Anesthesiology; Mt Sinai Med Ctr Of Fl, Inc, General Surgery. Dr. Abad is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abad’s office at (321) 723-4723.

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

    • Residency: Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Anesthesiology; Mt Sinai Med Ctr Of Fl, Inc, General Surgery | Jackson Meml Hospital

    • Medical School: Howard Univ Coll of Med, Washington Dc

    Is Dr. Abad board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Fernando Abad, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Abad speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Abad typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Abad 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. Abad. 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:

    • Abnormal Fetal Heart Rate During Childbirth
    • Childbirth Problems
    • Fetal heart rate abnormality in labor
    • Irregular baby heartbeat during delivery
    • Fetal distress due to heart rate

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O76: Abnormality in fetal heart rate and rhythm complicating labor and delivery

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Liver Laceration
    • Liver Disease
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Torn Liver
    • Liver Tear
    • Hepatic Laceration
    • Liver Cut

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S36113A: Laceration of liver, unspecified degree, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Abad typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Abad performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Abad. 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:

    • Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
    • Emergency intubation
    • Endotracheal tube placement
    • Airway management (emergency)

    CPT Codes:

    • 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure

    Does Dr. Abad accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (321) 723-4723 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Abad accept in Memphis, TN?

    Dr. Abad in Memphis, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Abad's office located?

    Dr. Fernando Abad's Primary Practice

    877 Jefferson Ave

    Memphis, TN 38103

    (321) 723-4723

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    What hospitals are Dr. Abad affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Abad has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Regional One Health - Regional Medical Center,Memphis, TN

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

    Dr. Abad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437160322.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abad?

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

    What is Dr. Fernando Abad's specialty?

    Dr. Abad is an Anesthesiologist near Memphis, TN.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

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

    Yes, Dr. Abad is affiliated with Mission 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 Dr. Fernando Abad accepting new patients in Memphis, TN?

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

    Does Dr. Fernando Abad offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abad's office at (321) 723-4723 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Fernando Abad?

    Please contact Dr. Abad's office at (321) 723-4723 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Abad's office located?

    Dr. Abad's office is located in Memphis, TN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Fernando Abad have?

    Dr. Fernando Abad is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.