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- Bariatric / Gastric Bypass Surgeons
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- Tamarac
- Dr. Fernando Bayron-Velez, MD
Dr. Fernando Bayron-Velez, MD
Offers telehealth
Overview of Dr. Fernando Bayron-Velez, MD
Dr. Fernando Bayron-Velez, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Tamarac, FL. They specialize in Bariatric Surgery, has 36 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine and is affiliated with HCA Florida Northwest Hospital, HCA Florida Westside Hospital, HCA Florida Woodmont Hospital and HCA Florida University Hospital. Dr. Bayron-Velez, completed a residency at University District Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Bayron-Velez an average 4.5 star rating.
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HCA Florida Broward Surgical Specialists - Tamarac7421 N University Dr Ste 107, Tamarac, FL 33321 DirectionsBook an AppointmentPhysicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. To ensure patients have a reasonable number of physician choices, the program includes physicians who may not have privileges at our hospital but have an office location in our hospital’s primary service area. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.(954) 335-1712Monday08:30 - 17:00Tuesday08:30 - 17:00Wednesday08:30 - 17:00Thursday08:30 - 17:00Friday08:30 - 17:00
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Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- Ambetter
- Amerigroup (Wellpoint)
- AvMed
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
- Cigna
- Commercial Insurance Company
- CoreSource
- Coventry Health Care
- EmblemHealth
- First Health
- Health Net
- Midwest Health Plan
- Molina Healthcare
- MultiPlan
- Neighborhood Health Plan
- UnitedHealthCare
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About Dr. Fernando Bayron-Velez, MD
- Bariatric Surgery
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- 36 years of experience
- English, Spanish
- Male
- 1891783080
Education & Certifications
- University District Hospital
- University District Hospital
- University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine
- General Surgery
A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.
Hospital Affiliations
- HCA Florida Northwest Hospital
- HCA Florida Westside Hospital
- HCA Florida Woodmont Hospital
- HCA Florida University Hospital
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Bayron-Velez accepts Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.
Dr. Bayron-Velez has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.
Dr. Bayron-Velez works at
Dr. Bayron-Velez has seen patients for Lipomas, Gallstones and Ventral Hernia, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Bayron-Velez on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.
Dr. Bayron-Velez speaks Spanish.
49 patients have reviewed Dr. Bayron-Velez. The overall rating for this provider is 4.5. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Bayron-Velez.
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