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34 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Alvi, Internist in Crest Hill, IL?
Dr. Farhana Alvi, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Crest Hill, IL. She has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Alvi graduated from Dow Medical College and completed her residency at Ravenswood Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Alvi is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alvi’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alvi’s office.
Where did Dr. Alvi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ravenswood Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan | Dow Medical College
Is Dr. Alvi board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Farhana Alvi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Alvi speak?
Dr. Alvi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Alvi treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Alvi 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. Alvi. 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.
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Alvi perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Farhana Alvi may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Alvi's office.
Does Dr. Alvi accept my insurance?
Dr. Alvi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alvi accept in Crest Hill, IL?
Dr. Alvi in Crest Hill, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Alvi's office located?
What is Dr. Alvi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alvi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568451276.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alvi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alvi
What is Dr. Farhana Alvi's specialty?
Dr. Alvi is a Internist near Crest Hill, IL.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Alvi to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Farhana Alvi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Alvi is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Farhana Alvi accepting new patients in Crest Hill, IL?
Yes, Dr. Farhana Alvi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Farhana Alvi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alvi's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Farhana Alvi?
Please contact Dr. Alvi's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Farhana Alvi have?
Dr. Farhana Alvi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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2208 Weber Rd Ste A
Crest Hill, IL 60403