NA
Dr. Norberto Alvarez, MD
Laredo, TX
20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alvarez, Family Medicine Specialist in Laredo, TX?
Dr. Norberto Alvarez, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Laredo, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Alvarez graduated from University of New Mexico School of Medicine. Dr. Alvarez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alvarez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alvarez’s office at (956) 723-0039.
Where did Dr. Alvarez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of New Mexico School of Medicine
Is Dr. Alvarez board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Norberto Alvarez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Alvarez speak?
Dr. Alvarez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Alvarez typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Alvarez 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. 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.
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Overweight
- Severe Obesity
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Body Weight
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
- E663: Overweight
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Alvarez typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Alvarez 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. Alvarez. 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.
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Alvarez accept my insurance?
Dr. Alvarez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 723-0039 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alvarez accept in Laredo, TX?
Dr. Alvarez in Laredo, TX 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 Corporation
Cigna Group
Driscoll Children's Hospital
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Alvarez's office located?
What is Dr. Alvarez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alvarez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730383324.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alvarez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alvarez
What is Dr. Norberto Alvarez's specialty?
Dr. Alvarez is a Family Medicine Specialist near Laredo, TX.
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. Norberto Alvarez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alvarez is affiliated with Doctors Hospital Of Laredo 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 Norberto Alvarez accepting new patients in Laredo, TX?
Yes, Dr. Norberto Alvarez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Norberto Alvarez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alvarez's office at (956) 723-0039 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Norberto Alvarez?
Please contact Dr. Alvarez's office at (956) 723-0039 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Norberto Alvarez have?
Dr. Norberto Alvarez is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
Other Family Medicine Specialist Near Laredo, TX
LB
Family Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Luis Benavides, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Laredo, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified.
Laredo, TX
Family Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Maurice Click, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Laredo, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 35 years.
Laredo, TX
MC
Family Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Melchor Cardenas, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Laredo, TX. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified.
Laredo, TX