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Dr. Richard Hernandez, MD

Gastroenterology*
4.2 (16)
Map Pin Small Miami, FL
Accepting new patients
44 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Richard Hernandez, MD

Dr. Richard Hernandez, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Miami, FL. They specialize in Gastroenterology, has 44 years of experience, and is board certified in Gastroenterology. They graduated from Ross University School of Medicine and is affiliated with Doctors Hospital, Baptist Hospital Of Miami and South Miami Hospital. Dr. Hernandez, completed a residency at Charity Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Hernandez an average 4.2 star rating.

Dr. Hernandez works at Gastro Health - Killian in Miami, FL. They frequently treat conditions like Gastric Ulcer and Constipation along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Hernandez's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Gastro Health - Killian
    9408 SW 87th Ave Ste 200, Miami, FL 33176 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (305) 274-0808

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Doctors Hospital
  • Baptist Hospital Of Miami
  • South Miami Hospital

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Treatment frequency



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Gastric Ulcer
Constipation
Intestinal Ulcer
Abdominal Pain
Anemia
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Colorectal Polyp
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Dysphagia
Esophageal Ulcer
Esophagitis
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastroptosis
Heartburn
Hemorrhoids
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Nausea
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Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Reflux Esophagitis
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Abdominal Disorders
Acute Gastritis
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
Alcoholic Hepatitis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anal Prolapse
Autoimmune Diseases
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Benign Tumor
Bile Duct Obstruction
Biliary Atresia
Blood Disorders
Cancer
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Celiac Disease
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Cholelithiasis
Chronic Gastritis
Cirrhosis
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Achalasia
Dehydration
Diarrhea
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Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Diverticulitis
Diverticulosis
Duodenal Ulcer
Duodenitis
Dysentery
Enteritis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diseases
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophageal Varices
Food Allergy
Gallstones
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Gastroparesis
Hepatitis C
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Ileus
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Indigestion
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Ischemia
Intestinal Malabsorption Carbohydrate
Intestinal Obstruction
Ischemic Colitis
Lactose Intolerance
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Malnutrition
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Non-Neonatal Jaundice
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Pancreatitis
Peptic Ulcer
Pouchitis
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Proctoptosis
Pyloric Stenosis
Rectal Prolapse
Rectal Ulcer
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Splenomegaly
Stomach Diseases
Ulcer
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Ulcerative Colitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Viral Hepatitis
Vitamin_Deficiency
Vomiting Disorders
Bile Duct Procedure
Biliary Drainage
Gastroenterology Procedures
Impedance Testing
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Liver Biopsy
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing
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    • Coventry Health Care of Florida
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    • Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
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    • Midwest Health Plan
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    4.2
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    Based on 16 ratings
    Patient Ratings (16)
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    About Dr. Richard Hernandez, MD

    Specialties*
    • Gastroenterology

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    Years of Experience
    • 44 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1235104167
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Charity Hosp/Tulane
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Charity Hospital
    Residency
    Internship
    • Charity Hospital
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Ross University School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Richard Hernandez, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Hernandez is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Hernandez has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Hernandez works at Gastro Health - Killian in Miami, FL. View the full address on Dr. Hernandez’s profile.

    Dr. Hernandez has seen patients for Gastric Ulcer and Constipation, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Hernandez on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    16 patients have reviewed Dr. Hernandez. The overall rating for this provider is 4.2. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Hernandez.

    Whether a person prefers to schedule an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. Hernandez, there are benefits to both methods. A person calling to schedule an with Dr. Hernandez appointment can ask questions about the practice, provider availability, conditions treated, procedures performed, and if their insurance carrier is accepted. While online scheduling is quicker, easier, allows one to view a wide range of appointment times, and may provide the ability to sync with a personal calendar.

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