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Dr. Alvaro Macias, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Macias, Anesthesiologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Alvaro Macias, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Macias graduated from Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana, Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency at Brigham & Women's Hospital Program. Dr. Macias is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Macias’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Macias’s office at (800) 926-8273.

    Where did Dr. Macias go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Brigham & Women's Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana, Facultad De Medicina

    Is Dr. Macias board certified in Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Alvaro Macias, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Macias speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Macias treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Macias 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. Macias. 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:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Piles
    • Anal veins
    • Swollen rectal veins

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K648: Other hemorrhoids

    Also known as:

    • Diaphragmatic Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Hiatal Hernia
    • Hernia of the Diaphragm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Esophageal Obstruction
    • Food Pipe Blockage
    • Swallowing Difficulty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K222: Esophageal obstruction

    Does Dr. Macias accept my insurance?

    Dr. Macias accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 926-8273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Macias accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Macias in San Diego, CA 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 Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Humana

    • Inland Empire

    • Molina

    • OptumRx

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Sharp Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Macias' office located?

    Dr. Alvaro Macias' Primary Practice

    200 W Arbor Dr

    San Diego, CA 92103

    (800) 926-8273

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    Dr. Alvaro Macias' Practice 2

    9300 Campus Point Dr

    La Jolla, CA 92037

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    Dr. Alvaro Macias' Practice 3

    75 Francis St

    Boston, MA 02115

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

    Dr. Macias's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750543609.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Macias?

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

    What is Dr. Alvaro Macias's specialty?

    Dr. Macias is a Anesthesiologist near San Diego, CA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Macias to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alvaro Macias affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Macias is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Anesthesiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Alvaro Macias accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Alvaro Macias is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alvaro Macias offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Macias's office at (800) 926-8273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alvaro Macias?

    Please contact Dr. Macias's office at (800) 926-8273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alvaro Macias have?

    Dr. Alvaro Macias is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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