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Dr. Elizabeth Alva, MD
Birmingham, AL
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alva, Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Elizabeth Alva, MD is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Alva is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alva’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alva’s office at (205) 934-3795.
What languages does Dr. Alva speak?
Dr. Alva and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Alva treat?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Dr. Alva 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. Alva. 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:
- Brain Tumor
- Brain Cancer
- Cerebral Tumor
- Intracranial Tumor
- Malignant Brain Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Adrenal Gland Cancer
- Adrenocortical Carcinoma Treatment (PDQ)
- Adrenocortical Carcinoma
- Adrenal Cancer
- Malignant Adrenal Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified adrenal gland
Also known as:
- Bone Cancer
- Cancer
- Primary Bone Cancer
- Malignant Bone Tumor
- Bone Sarcoma
- Osteosarcoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C419: Malignant neoplasm of bone and articular cartilage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Birth Defects Causing Overgrowth
- Birth Defects
- Overgrowth Syndromes
- Congenital Gigantism
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q873: Congenital malformation syndromes involving early overgrowth
Also known as:
- Genetic Susceptibility to Breast Cancer
- Breast cancer
- Li-Fraumeni syndrome
- Inherited Breast Cancer Risk
- Hereditary Breast Cancer
- BRCA Gene Mutation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1501: Genetic susceptibility to malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Cancer
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Malignant Soft Tissue Tumor
- Connective Tissue Cancer
- Soft Tissue Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C499: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Retinoblastoma
- Eye Cancer
- Retinoblastoma Treatment (PDQ®)
- Retinal Cancer
- Malignant Retinal Tumor
- Childhood Eye Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C6921: Malignant neoplasm of right retina
Also known as:
- Central Nervous System Cancer
- Cancer
- CNS Cancer
- Malignant CNS Tumor
- Cancer of the Brain and Spinal Cord
ICD-10 Codes:
- C729: Malignant neoplasm of central nervous system, unspecified
Also known as:
- Soft Tissue Cancer of Head, Face, or Neck
- Cancer
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Head and Neck Sarcoma
- Facial Soft Tissue Cancer
- Neck Soft Tissue Tumor
- Head Soft Tissue Malignancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- C490: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue of head, face and neck
What procedures does Dr. Alva perform?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Dr. Alva 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. Alva. 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:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Also known as:
- Tympanometry
- Otoacoustic Emissions (OAE) Test
- Hearing Tests for Adults
- Hearing Tests for Children
- Impedance Audiometry
- Middle Ear Test
- Ear Pressure Test
- Evoked Otoacoustic Emissions Test
- OAE Hearing Screen
- Newborn Hearing Test
- Inner Ear Function Test
CPT Codes:
- 92567: Tympanometry (impedance testing)
- 92587: Distortion product evoked otoacoustic emissions; limited evaluation (to confirm the presence or absence of hearing disorder, 3-6 frequencies) or transient evoked otoacoustic emissions, with interpretation and report
Also known as:
- Inhalation Breathing Treatment
- Nebulizer Treatment
- Aerosol Treatment
- IPPB Treatment
- Airway Obstruction Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device
Also known as:
- Pentamidine Inhalation Treatment
- Pentamidine Aerosol Therapy
- PCP Prevention Inhalation
- Lung Infection Inhalation
CPT Codes:
- 94642: Aerosol inhalation of pentamidine for pneumocystis carinii pneumonia treatment or prophylaxis
Does Dr. Alva accept my insurance?
Dr. Alva accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 934-3795 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alva accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Alva in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Hawaii (HMSA)
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Public Education Employee Health Plan
State of Alabama
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Alva's office located?
What is Dr. Alva's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alva's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760654917.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alva?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alva
What is Dr. Elizabeth Alva's specialty?
Dr. Alva is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist near Birmingham, AL. A pediatrician trained in the integration of pediatrics, hematology, and oncology, specializing in the recognition and management of blood disorders and cancer in children. This expert provides comprehensive care for conditions such as anemia, bleeding disorders, and various pediatric cancers. Contact Dr. Alva to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Elizabeth Alva affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alva is affiliated with UAB 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 Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
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Is Elizabeth Alva accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Alva is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elizabeth Alva offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alva's office at (205) 934-3795 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Alva?
Please contact Dr. Alva's office at (205) 934-3795 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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