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Who is Dr. Alvarez, Nephrologist in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Dionicio Alvarez is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in El Paso, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Alvarez graduated from UNIVERSITY AUTO DE CD JUAREZ and completed his residency at Tx Tech University Health Science Center. Dr. Alvarez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alvarez’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alvarez’s office at (915) 544-7767.
Where did Dr. Alvarez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tx Tech University Health Science Center | UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
Medical School: Universidad Autonoma De Ciudad Juarez | UNIVERSITY AUTO DE CD JUAREZ | The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio
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 Nephrologist like Dr. Alvarez typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 1
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 1
- Early Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N181: Chronic kidney disease, stage 1
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Alvarez typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Dionicio Alvarez may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Alvarez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Alvarez accept my insurance?
Dr. Alvarez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (915) 544-7767 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alvarez accept in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Alvarez in El Paso, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Alvarez's office located?
Dr. Dionicio Alvarez's Primary Practice
1566 Lomaland Dr
El Paso, TX 79935
(915) 544-7767
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 1275504490.
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. Dionicio Alvarez's specialty?
Dr. Alvarez is a Nephrologist near El Paso, TX.
What does a Nephrologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Dionicio Alvarez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alvarez is affiliated with The Hospitals Of Providence - East Campus, University Medical Center Of El Paso 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
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Nephrologist. 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 Dionicio Alvarez accepting new patients in El Paso, TX?
Yes, Dr. Dionicio Alvarez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dionicio Alvarez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alvarez's office at (915) 544-7767 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dionicio Alvarez?
Please contact Dr. Alvarez's office at (915) 544-7767 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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