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Dr. Brian Alverson, MD

Dr. Brian Alverson, MD

Wilmington, DE

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alverson, Pediatrician in Wilmington, DE?

    Dr. Brian Alverson, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Wilmington, DE with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Alverson graduated from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Dr. Alverson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alverson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alverson’s office at (302) 651-4200.

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

    • Fellowship: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

    • Residency: The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

    • Medical School: Perelman School of Medicine University of Pennsylvania | Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania

    Is Dr. Alverson board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Alverson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Pediatrics since 2002

    What languages does Dr. Alverson speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Alverson treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Alverson 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. Alverson. 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:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • RSV Bronchiolitis
    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
    • RSV lung infection
    • Viral bronchiolitis
    • Acute bronchiolitis
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mild Intermittent Asthma Flare-Up
    • Mild Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
    • Severe Asthma Attack (Status Asthmaticus)
    • Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attack
    • Acute Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Asthma Exacerbation
    • Mild Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Mild Asthma
    • Acute Asthma Attack
    • Asthma Emergency
    • Prolonged Asthma Attack
    • Status Asthmaticus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4521: Mild intermittent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
    • J4531: Mild persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
    • J4522: Mild intermittent asthma with status asthmaticus
    • J4532: Mild persistent asthma with status asthmaticus

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Bacterial Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis
    • Lung Infection (Bacterial)
    • Community-acquired Pneumonia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
    • J159: Unspecified bacterial pneumonia

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Bronchiolitis
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Acute inflammation of bronchioles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J218: Acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms

    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:

    • Viral Intestinal Infection
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
    • Viral stomach flu
    • Viral enteritis
    • Viral gut infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
    • Acute respiratory failure
    • ARDS
    • Severe breathing distress

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0603: Acute respiratory distress

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Oxygen
    • Lung Disease
    • Hypoxemia
    • Reduced oxygen in blood
    • Oxygen deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0902: Hypoxemia

    Also known as:

    • Failure to Thrive in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Poor growth in children
    • Childhood growth problems
    • Infant growth failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6251: Failure to thrive (child)

    Also known as:

    • Child Physical Abuse
    • Child Abuse
    • Child Maltreatment
    • Child Battery
    • Physical Harm to Child

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T7612XA: Child physical abuse, suspected, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Severe Malnutrition
    • Malnutrition
    • Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
    • Starvation
    • Kwashiorkor
    • Marasmus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition

    Which procedures does Dr. Alverson perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Brian Alverson may include:

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

    Does Dr. Alverson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alverson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (302) 651-4200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alverson accept in Wilmington, DE?

    Dr. Alverson in Wilmington, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Johns Hopkins

    • Medicare

    • State of Delaware

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Alverson's office located?

    Dr. Brian Alverson's Primary Practice

    1600 Rockland Rd

    Wilmington, DE 19803

    (302) 651-4200

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    Dr. Brian Alverson's Practice 2

    593 Eddy St

    Providence, RI 02903

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

    Dr. Alverson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841244399.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alverson?

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

    What is Dr. Brian Alverson's specialty?

    Dr. Alverson is a Pediatrician near Wilmington, DE. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Alverson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Brian Alverson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alverson is affiliated with Rhode Island 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician 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 Brian Alverson accepting new patients in Wilmington, DE?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Alverson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brian Alverson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alverson's office at (302) 651-4200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brian Alverson?

    Please contact Dr. Alverson's office at (302) 651-4200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Alverson have?

    Dr. Brian Alverson is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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