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Dr. Alfredo Ramirez, MD

San Jose, CA

59 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ramirez, Family Medicine Specialist in San Jose, CA?

    Dr. Alfredo Ramirez, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 59 years and is board certified. Dr. Ramirez graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas and completed his residency at U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS. Dr. Ramirez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ramirez’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ramirez’s office at (408) 729-2900.

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

    • Residency: U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

    • Medical School: University Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia | Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas | University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery

    Is Dr. Ramirez board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Alfredo Ramirez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Ramirez speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ramirez typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ramirez 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. Ramirez. 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 here.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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

    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
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    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:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ramirez typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ramirez 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. Ramirez. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Health Risk Assessment
    • Health Hazard Appraisal
    • Patient Health Assessment
    • Risk Factor Screening
    • Health Risk Evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 96160: Administration of patient-focused health risk assessment instrument (eg, health hazard appraisal) with scoring and documentation, per standardized instrument

    Does Dr. Ramirez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ramirez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 729-2900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ramirez accept in San Jose, CA?

    Dr. Ramirez in San Jose, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • Valley Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Ramirez's office located?

    Dr. Alfredo Ramirez's Primary Practice

    2820 Alum Rock Ave

    San Jose, CA 95127

    (408) 729-2900

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    Dr. Alfredo Ramirez's Practice 2

    1661 Burdette Dr Ste I

    San Jose, CA 95121

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

    Dr. Ramirez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427136894.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ramirez?

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

    What is Dr. Alfredo Ramirez's specialty?

    Dr. Ramirez is a Family Medicine Specialist near San Jose, CA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Alfredo Ramirez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ramirez is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Alfredo Ramirez accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Alfredo Ramirez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alfredo Ramirez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ramirez's office at (408) 729-2900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alfredo Ramirez?

    Please contact Dr. Ramirez's office at (408) 729-2900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alfredo Ramirez have?

    Dr. Alfredo Ramirez is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.

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