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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alvarado, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Brownsville, TX?
Dr. Pastor Alvarado, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Brownsville, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Alvarado completed his residency at Baylor Univ Med Ctr, Colon And Rectal Surgery Gorgas Army Hospital, General Surgery. Dr. Alvarado is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alvarado’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alvarado’s office.
Where did Dr. Alvarado go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor Univ Med Ctr, Colon And Rectal Surgery Gorgas Army Hospital, General Surgery
Medical School: University De Panama, Fac De Med, Panama City, Panama
What languages does Dr. Alvarado speak?
Dr. Alvarado and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Alvarado treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Alvarado 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. Alvarado. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Which procedures does Dr. Alvarado perform as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), procedures performed by Dr. Pastor Alvarado may include:
- Abdominal Colorectal Surgery
- Anal Pap Smear
- Anoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colorectal Surgeon Consultation
- Colorectal Surgeon Follow Up
- Colorectal Surgery
- Colorectal Surgery Second Opinion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Alvarado's office.
Does Dr. Alvarado accept my insurance?
Dr. Alvarado accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alvarado accept in Brownsville, TX?
Dr. Alvarado in Brownsville, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Alvarado's office located?
What is Dr. Alvarado's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alvarado's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881775245.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alvarado?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alvarado
What is Dr. Pastor Alvarado's specialty?
Dr. Alvarado is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Brownsville, TX. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Alvarado to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Pastor Alvarado affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alvarado is affiliated with Valley Regional Medical Center, Valley Baptist Medical Center — Brownsville which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
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Is Pastor Alvarado accepting new patients in Brownsville, TX?
Yes, Dr. Pastor Alvarado is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pastor Alvarado offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alvarado's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pastor Alvarado?
Please contact Dr. Alvarado's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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