29 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alvarez, Medical Oncologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Ricardo Alvarez, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Alvarez graduated from Universidad Nacional De La Plata, Facultad De Ciencias Medicas, La Plata, Argentina and completed his residency at University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program. Dr. Alvarez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alvarez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alvarez’s office at (713) 827-9525.
Where did Dr. Alvarez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Medical School: Universidad Nacional De La Plata, Facultad De Ciencias Medicas, La Plata, Argentina
Is Dr. Alvarez board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Ricardo Alvarez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Alvarez speak?
Dr. Alvarez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Alvarez typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Alvarez 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. Alvarez. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Lower-Outer Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Left female breast cancer lower-outer
- Lower-outer left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in lower-outer left female breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50512: Malignant neoplasm of lower-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Other Specified Aftercare
- Specific post-op care
- Specialized recovery care
- Follow-up for specific procedures
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare
Also known as:
- Stomach Cancer
- Gastric Cancer
- Stomach Carcinoma
- Cardia Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C160: Malignant neoplasm of cardia
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Alvarez typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ricardo Alvarez may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Alvarez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Alvarez accept my insurance?
Dr. Alvarez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 827-9525 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alvarez accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Alvarez in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Alvarez's office located?
Dr. Ricardo Alvarez's Primary Practice
925 Gessner Rd Ste 600
Houston, TX 77024
(713) 827-9525
What is Dr. Alvarez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alvarez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649441601.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alvarez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alvarez
What is Dr. Ricardo Alvarez's specialty?
Dr. Alvarez is a Medical Oncologist near Houston, TX.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.
Is this Dr. Ricardo Alvarez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alvarez is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center, Rio Grande Regional Hospital, Houston Methodist Hospital, Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital, Dhr Health, Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
When to see a Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Medical Oncologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Ricardo Alvarez accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Ricardo Alvarez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ricardo Alvarez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alvarez's office at (713) 827-9525 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ricardo Alvarez?
Please contact Dr. Alvarez's office at (713) 827-9525 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ricardo Alvarez have?
Dr. Ricardo Alvarez is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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