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Who is Dr. Alvi, Specialist in White Oak, PA?
Dr. Mumtaz Alvi, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in White Oak, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Alvi graduated from Punjab Medical College, University of Health Sciences Lahore,Faisalabad, Pakistan. Dr. Alvi is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alvi’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alvi’s office.
Where did Dr. Alvi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Punjab Medical College, University of Health Sciences Lahore,Faisalabad, Pakistan
Is Dr. Alvi board certified in Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Mumtaz Alvi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Alvi speak?
Dr. Alvi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Alvi treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Alvi 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. Alvi. 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:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
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 Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Colon Diverticula
- Pockets in the Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Pharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Pharynx
- Throat Swallowing Difficulty
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1313: Dysphagia, pharyngeal phase
What procedures does Dr. Alvi perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Alvi performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Alvi. 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:
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Emergency Groin Hernia Repair
- Repair of Small Abdominal Hernia (Complicated)
- Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
- Inguinal Hernia Surgery
- Strangulated Hernia Repair
- Incarcerated Hernia Surgery
- Epigastric Hernia Repair
- Umbilical Hernia Surgery
- Incisional Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Strangulated Hernia Surgery
- Groin Hernia Surgery
- Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
- First Inguinal Hernia Fix
- Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 49507: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; incarcerated or strangulated
- 49592: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
- 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
Also known as:
- Freeing Intestinal Adhesions
- Enterolysis
- Bowel Adhesion Removal
- Lysis of Intestinal Adhesions
- Release of Bowel Scar Tissue
CPT Codes:
- 44005: Enterolysis (freeing of intestinal adhesion) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Internal Hemorrhoid Ligation (Non-Rubber Band)
- Hemorrhoidectomy by ligation
- Internal hemorrhoid removal
- Surgical hemorrhoid treatment
CPT Codes:
- 46945: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal, by ligation other than rubber band; single hemorrhoid column/group, without imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Anoscopy (Diagnostic)
- Anoscopy
- Anal Canal Exam
- Rectal Scope Exam
- Anus Diagnostic Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 46600: Anoscopy; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Appendectomy
- Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
- Keyhole Appendectomy
- Scope Appendectomy
CPT Codes:
- 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy
Also known as:
- Small Tumor Removal from Neck or Chest
- Subcutaneous Tumor Excision
- Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
- Neck Lump Removal
- Chest Wall Tumor Excision
CPT Codes:
- 21555: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of neck or anterior thorax, subcutaneous; less than 3 cm
Does Dr. Alvi accept my insurance?
Dr. Alvi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alvi accept in White Oak, PA?
Dr. Alvi in White Oak, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Benefit Solutions
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Inc.
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Alvi's office located?
What is Dr. Alvi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alvi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861454852.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alvi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alvi
What is Dr. Mumtaz Alvi's specialty?
Dr. Alvi is a Specialist near White Oak, PA. Contact Dr. Alvi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Mumtaz Alvi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Alvi is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Upmc Mckeesport, Jefferson Hospital - Pennsylvania, Forbes Hospital, Monongahela Valley Hospital, Ahn Brentwood Neighborhood Hospital. 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
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Is Mumtaz Alvi accepting new patients in White Oak, PA?
Yes, Dr. Mumtaz Alvi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mumtaz Alvi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alvi's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mumtaz Alvi?
Please contact Dr. Alvi's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mumtaz Alvi have?
Dr. Mumtaz Alvi is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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