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Dr. Ruben Alvero, MD

Palo Alto, CA

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Alvero, Reproductive Endocrinologist in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Ruben Alvero, MD is a Reproductive Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Alvero is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alvero’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alvero’s office at (401) 453-7500.

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

    • Medical School: Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Alvero speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Alvero treat?

    As a Reproductive Endocrinologist, Dr. Alvero 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. Alvero. 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:

    • Fertility Management (Unspecified)
    • Fertility Preservation Procedure
    • Fertility Testing
    • Infertility
    • General reproductive management
    • Unspecified fertility care
    • Procreative health services
    • Egg freezing procedure
    • Sperm banking procedure
    • Embryo cryopreservation
    • Infertility testing
    • Reproductive health assessment
    • Fertility evaluation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z319: Encounter for procreative management, unspecified
    • Z3184: Encounter for fertility preservation procedure
    • Z3141: Encounter for fertility testing

    Also known as:

    • Female Infertility
    • Female Infertility Due to Ovulation Problems
    • Female Infertility (Other Causes)
    • Female Sterility
    • Difficulty Getting Pregnant
    • Anovulatory Infertility
    • Ovulation Disorder Infertility
    • Lack of Ovulation
    • Unexplained Female Infertility
    • Other Female Fertility Issues
    • Idiopathic Female Infertility

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N979: Female infertility, unspecified
    • N970: Female infertility associated with anovulation
    • N978: Female infertility of other origin

    Also known as:

    • Male Factor Infertility (Female Patient)
    • Male Infertility
    • Female patient with male infertility
    • Male infertility affecting female partner
    • Infertility due to male factors

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3181: Encounter for male factor infertility in female patient

    Also known as:

    • Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) Cycle
    • Assisted Reproductive Technology
    • Infertility
    • In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) Cycle
    • Fertility Treatment Cycle
    • ART Procedure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3183: Encounter for assisted reproductive fertility procedure cycle

    Also known as:

    • Pregnancy Test (Result Unknown)
    • Pregnancy Test
    • Inconclusive Pregnancy Test
    • Unclear Pregnancy Test Result
    • Pending Pregnancy Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3200: Encounter for pregnancy test, result unknown

    Also known as:

    • Other Fertility and Family Planning Management
    • Miscellaneous Reproductive Management
    • Advanced Procreation Services
    • Comprehensive Family Planning

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3189: Encounter for other procreative management

    Also known as:

    • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
    • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
    • PCOS
    • Stein-Leventhal Syndrome
    • Polycystic Ovaries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E282: Polycystic ovarian syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Irregular Periods
    • Amenorrhea
    • Menstruation
    • Oligomenorrhea
    • Abnormal Menstrual Cycle
    • Absent Periods
    • No Periods
    • Lack of Menstruation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N926: Irregular menstruation, unspecified
    • N912: Amenorrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Noninflammatory Disorder of Ovary, Fallopian Tube, and Broad Ligament
    • Ovarian Disorder
    • Ovarian and Tubal Problems
    • Broad Ligament Conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N838: Other noninflammatory disorders of ovary, fallopian tube and broad ligament

    Also known as:

    • Recurrent Miscarriage
    • Miscarriage
    • Recurrent Pregnancy Loss (RPL)
    • Repeat Miscarriages

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N96: Recurrent pregnancy loss

    Also known as:

    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Women's Health Checkup
    • Women's checkup, all clear
    • Pelvic exam, normal results
    • OB/GYN visit, no issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Male Infertility
    • Inability to conceive (male)
    • Male factor infertility
    • Sperm problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N469: Male infertility, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • First Trimester Pregnancy Supervision for Infertility History
    • Female Infertility
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Early Pregnancy Monitoring After Infertility
    • First Trimester High-Risk Pregnancy Due to Infertility
    • Infertility Pregnancy Care First Trimester

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O0901: Supervision of pregnancy with history of infertility, first trimester

    Also known as:

    • Screening for Other Viral Disease
    • Health Screening
    • Other Viral Infection Screening
    • Miscellaneous Virus Test
    • Non-COVID Viral Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases

    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

    Which procedures does Dr. Alvero perform as a Reproductive Endocrinologist?

    As a Reproductive Endocrinologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ruben Alvero may include:

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

    Does Dr. Alvero accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alvero accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 453-7500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alvero accept in Palo Alto, CA?

    Dr. Alvero in Palo Alto, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Valley Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Alvero's office located?

    Dr. Ruben Alvero's Primary Practice

    725 Welch Rd

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

    (401) 453-7500

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    Dr. Ruben Alvero's Practice 2

    300 Pasteur Dr

    Stanford, CA 94305

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    Dr. Ruben Alvero's Practice 3

    101 Dudley St

    Providence, RI 02905

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

    Dr. Alvero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861506917.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alvero?

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

    What is Dr. Ruben Alvero's specialty?

    Dr. Alvero is a Reproductive Endocrinologist near Palo Alto, CA. An obstetrician/gynecologist specializing in reproductive endocrinology and infertility is skilled in managing complex issues related to hormonal disorders and infertility in women. This specialist employs advanced diagnostic and treatment options to address reproductive health concerns and assist individuals and couples in achieving their family planning goals. Contact Dr. Alvero to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ruben Alvero affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Alvero is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital Stanford. 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 Reproductive Endocrinologist?

    Explore Reproductive Endocrinologist 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 Ruben Alvero accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ruben Alvero is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ruben Alvero offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alvero's office at (401) 453-7500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ruben Alvero?

    Please contact Dr. Alvero's office at (401) 453-7500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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