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Who is Dr. Gonzalez, Internist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Alex Gonzalez, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He is board certified. Dr. Gonzalez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gonzalez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gonzalez’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Gonzalez?
Dr. Alex Gonzalez, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Gonzalez empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in HIV/AIDS, LGBTQ+ Health, Preventive Medicine, Primary Care, Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston, MA community, Dr. Gonzalez is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Gonzalez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Is Dr. Gonzalez board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Alex Gonzalez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gonzalez speak?
Dr. Gonzalez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Gonzalez typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Gonzalez 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. Gonzalez. 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:
- Screening for Other Viral Disease
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- Other Viral Infection Screening
- Miscellaneous Virus Test
- Non-COVID Viral Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Ischemia
- Cerebral Infarction
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Stroke due to clot
ICD-10 Codes:
- I63523: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of bilateral anterior cerebral arteries
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:
- Alcohol Withdrawal Delirium
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Delirium
- Alcohol use disorder
- Delirium tremens
- DTs
- Alcohol withdrawal psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F10131: Alcohol abuse with withdrawal delirium
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Gonzalez typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Alex Gonzalez 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
Please contact Dr. Gonzalez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gonzalez accept my insurance?
Dr. Gonzalez 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. Gonzalez accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Gonzalez in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Fallon Health
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gonzalez's office located?
What is Dr. Gonzalez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gonzalez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134101629.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gonzalez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gonzalez
What is Dr. Alex Gonzalez's specialty?
Dr. Gonzalez is a Internist near Boston, MA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Alex Gonzalez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gonzalez is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston, Brigham And Women's Faulkner 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Alex Gonzalez accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Alex Gonzalez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alex Gonzalez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gonzalez's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alex Gonzalez?
Please contact Dr. Gonzalez's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alex Gonzalez have?
Dr. Alex Gonzalez is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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165 Dartmouth St
Boston, MA 02116