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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Morales Alvarez, Nephrologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Martha Catalina Morales Alvarez, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Morales Alvarez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Morales Alvarez’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Morales Alvarez’s office at (205) 934-4011.
What languages does Dr. Morales Alvarez speak?
Dr. Morales Alvarez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Morales Alvarez treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Morales 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. Morales 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.
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Kidney Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 3
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- ESRD
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Morales Alvarez perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Martha Catalina Morales Alvarez may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Morales Alvarez's office.
Does Dr. Morales Alvarez accept my insurance?
Dr. Morales Alvarez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 934-4011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Morales Alvarez accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Morales Alvarez 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 Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealthcare
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Morales Alvarez's office located?
Dr. Martha Catalina Morales Alvarez's Primary Practice
619 19th St S
Birmingham, AL 35249
(205) 934-4011
What is Dr. Morales Alvarez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Morales Alvarez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801392394.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Morales Alvarez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Morales Alvarez
What is Dr. Martha Catalina Morales Alvarez's specialty?
Dr. Morales Alvarez is a Nephrologist near Birmingham, AL. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Morales Alvarez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Martha Catalina Morales Alvarez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Morales Alvarez 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
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Is Martha Catalina Morales Alvarez accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Martha Catalina Morales Alvarez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Martha Catalina Morales Alvarez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Morales Alvarez's office at (205) 934-4011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Martha Catalina Morales Alvarez?
Please contact Dr. Morales Alvarez's office at (205) 934-4011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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