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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Altamirano Ufion, Internist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Alvaro Altamirano Ufion, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Altamirano Ufion is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Altamirano Ufion’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Altamirano Ufion’s office at (520) 694-0111.
What languages does Dr. Altamirano Ufion speak?
Dr. Altamirano Ufion and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Altamirano Ufion typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Altamirano Ufion 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. Altamirano Ufion. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
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:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Altamirano Ufion typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Alvaro Altamirano Ufion 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. Altamirano Ufion's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Altamirano Ufion accept my insurance?
Dr. Altamirano Ufion accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 694-0111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Altamirano Ufion accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Altamirano Ufion in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Altamirano Ufion's office located?
Dr. Alvaro Altamirano Ufion's Primary Practice
1625 N Campbell Ave
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 694-0111
What is Dr. Altamirano Ufion's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Altamirano Ufion's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144614363.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Altamirano Ufion?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Altamirano Ufion
What is Dr. Alvaro Altamirano Ufion's specialty?
Dr. Altamirano Ufion is a Internist near Tucson, AZ.
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. Alvaro Altamirano Ufion affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Altamirano Ufion is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Tucson 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Alvaro Altamirano Ufion accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Alvaro Altamirano Ufion is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alvaro Altamirano Ufion offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Altamirano Ufion's office at (520) 694-0111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alvaro Altamirano Ufion?
Please contact Dr. Altamirano Ufion's office at (520) 694-0111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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