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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alvarez-Cruz, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Katy, TX?
Dr. Anita Alvarez-Cruz, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Katy, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Alvarez-Cruz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alvarez-Cruz’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alvarez-Cruz’s office at (713) 965-6444.
Is Dr. Alvarez-Cruz board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Anita Alvarez-Cruz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Alvarez-Cruz speak?
Dr. Alvarez-Cruz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Alvarez-Cruz treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Alvarez-Cruz 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. Alvarez-Cruz. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Other Mental Health Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Mental Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
- Behavioral Disorder Screening
- Psychological Evaluation
- Mental Wellness Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
- Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Other High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Other hyperlipidemia
- Other high lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7849: Other hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
- Eye Disease
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Annual eye checkup
- Vision screening, no issues
- Eye health exam, all clear
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Other Health Condition
- Unspecified Health Issue
- General Health Concern
- Other Medical Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z789: Other specified health status
Which procedures does Dr. Alvarez-Cruz perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Anita Alvarez-Cruz may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Alvarez-Cruz's office.
Does Dr. Alvarez-Cruz accept my insurance?
Dr. Alvarez-Cruz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 965-6444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alvarez-Cruz accept in Katy, TX?
Dr. Alvarez-Cruz in Katy, TX 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Other Health Care Provider
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Alvarez-Cruz's office located?
Dr. Anita Alvarez-Cruz's Primary Practice
20811 Westheimer Pkwy Ste A
Katy, TX 77450
(713) 965-6444
Dr. Anita Alvarez-Cruz's Practice 2
1740 W 27th St Ste 321
Houston, TX 77008
(713) 965-6444
What is Dr. Alvarez-Cruz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alvarez-Cruz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235297409.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alvarez-Cruz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alvarez-Cruz
What is Dr. Anita Alvarez-Cruz's specialty?
Dr. Alvarez-Cruz is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Katy, TX. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Alvarez-Cruz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Anita Alvarez-Cruz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alvarez-Cruz is affiliated with Houston Methodist West Hospital, Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital, Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital, HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest, Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston Methodist Sugar Land 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
Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
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Is Anita Alvarez-Cruz accepting new patients in Katy, TX?
Yes, Dr. Anita Alvarez-Cruz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Anita Alvarez-Cruz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alvarez-Cruz's office at (713) 965-6444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Anita Alvarez-Cruz?
Please contact Dr. Alvarez-Cruz's office at (713) 965-6444 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Anita Alvarez-Cruz have?
Dr. Anita Alvarez-Cruz is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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