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Dr. Javier Alfonso, MD

Miami, FL

14 Years of Experience

Accepting patients
Telehealth

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alfonso, Nephrologist in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Javier Alfonso, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Alfonso is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alfonso’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alfonso’s office at (786) 703-4932.

    Is Dr. Alfonso board certified in Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Javier Alfonso, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Alfonso speak?

    Dr. Alfonso and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Alfonso treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Alfonso 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. Alfonso. 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:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Kidney Failure
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 2
    • Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD
    • Long-Term Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 5
    • End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Tubular Necrosis
    • ATN
    • Kidney Tubule Death

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Protein in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Proteinuria
    • Albuminuria
    • Foamy urine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R809: Proteinuria, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Acquired Kidney Cyst
    • Kidney Cysts
    • Acquired Cystic Kidney Disease
    • Renal Cyst
    • Simple Kidney Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N281: Cyst of kidney, acquired

    Also known as:

    • High Potassium
    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Potassium
    • Sodium
    • Hyperkalemia
    • Excess Potassium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E875: Hyperkalemia
    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia from Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Anemia
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Disease Anemia
    • Renal Anemia
    • Anemia of kidney failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D631: Anemia in chronic kidney disease

    Which procedures does Dr. Alfonso perform as a Nephrologist?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Javier Alfonso may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Alfonso's office.

    Does Dr. Alfonso accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alfonso accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (786) 703-4932 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alfonso accept in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Alfonso in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Doctors HealthCare Plans, Inc.

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Humana

    • Medica HealthCare

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Alfonso's office located?

    Dr. Javier Alfonso also offers virtual visits

    Dr. Javier Alfonso's Primary Practice

    7392 NW 35th Ter Ste 306

    Miami, FL 33122

    (786) 703-4932

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    Dr. Javier Alfonso's Practice 2

    11750 SW 40th St

    Miami, FL 33175

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    What is Dr. Alfonso's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Alfonso's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093952442.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alfonso?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alfonso

    What is Dr. Javier Alfonso's specialty?

    Dr. Alfonso is a Nephrologist near Miami, FL. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Alfonso to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Javier Alfonso affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alfonso is affiliated with Baptist Hospital Of Miami, Homestead Hospital, Baptist Health South Miami 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

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    Is Javier Alfonso accepting new patients in Miami, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Javier Alfonso is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Javier Alfonso offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alfonso's office at (786) 703-4932 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Javier Alfonso?

    Please contact Dr. Alfonso's office at (786) 703-4932 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Javier Alfonso have?

    Dr. Javier Alfonso is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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