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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alonso, Infectious Disease Specialist in Fall River, MA?
Dr. Pilar Alonso, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Fall River, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Alonso graduated from University Of The East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center and completed her residency at Roger Williams Hosp, Infectious Diseases; St Agnes Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Alonso is fluent in English, Portuguese, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alonso’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alonso’s office at (508) 235-0409.
Where did Dr. Alonso go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Roger Williams Hosp, Infectious Diseases; St Agnes Hosp, Internal Medicine | Roger Williams Hosp, Infectious Diseases; St Agnes Hosp, Internal Medicine | Roger Williams Medical Center Program
Medical School: University Of The East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center
Is Dr. Alonso board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Pilar Alonso, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Alonso speak?
Dr. Alonso and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
Spanish
Tagalog
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Alonso typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Alonso 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. Alonso. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetic skin sores
- Diabetes-related wounds
- Foot ulcers from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer
Also known as:
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Left Lower Leg
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer
- Skin Condition
- Non-Pressure Leg Sore
- Persistent Leg Wound
- Right Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore on Lower Leg
- Left Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore
- Skin Wound
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97812: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed
- L97822: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left lower leg with fat layer exposed
- L98492: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Hypertension Ulcers
- High Venous Pressure with Sores
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87312: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of left lower extremity
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic HIV Infection
- HIV
- HIV positive without symptoms
- Latent HIV infection
- HIV carrier
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status
Also known as:
- Pressure Sores
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Alonso typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Alonso 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. Alonso. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Does Dr. Alonso accept my insurance?
Dr. Alonso accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 235-0409 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alonso accept in Fall River, MA?
Dr. Alonso in Fall River, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Alonso's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Alonso affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Alonso has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
St. Luke's Hospital - New Bedford, Ma,New Bedford, MA
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
St. Luke's Hospital - New Bedford, Ma,New Bedford, MA
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Charlton Memorial Hospital,Fall River, MA
Charlton Memorial Hospital,Fall River, MA
Tobey Hospital,Wareham, MA
Tobey Hospital,Wareham, MA
What is Dr. Alonso's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alonso's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841295748.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alonso?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alonso
What is Dr. Pilar Alonso's specialty?
Dr. Alonso is an Infectious Disease Specialist near Fall River, MA.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is Dr. Pilar Alonso affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alonso is affiliated with St. Luke's Hospital - New Bedford, Ma 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
When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Pilar Alonso accepting new patients in Fall River, MA?
Yes, Dr. Pilar Alonso is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pilar Alonso offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alonso's office at (508) 235-0409 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Pilar Alonso?
Please contact Dr. Alonso's office at (508) 235-0409 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Alonso's office located?
Dr. Alonso's offices are located in Fall River, MA and New Bedford, MA.
Which board certifications does Dr. Pilar Alonso have?
Dr. Pilar Alonso is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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