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Who is Dr. Moreira, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Alvaro Moreira, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Moreira graduated from Texas A&M University and completed his residency at University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Program. Dr. Moreira is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Moreira’s office at (210) 567-4420.
Where did Dr. Moreira go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Texas Medical Branch Hospitals Program
Medical School: Texas A&M University
Is Dr. Moreira board certified as a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Alvaro Moreira, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Moreira speak?
Dr. Moreira and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Moreira typically treat?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Moreira 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. Moreira. 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:
- Low Birth Weight Newborn
- Extremely Low Birth Weight Baby
- Low Birth Weight Baby
- Birth Weight
- LBW newborn
- Small baby
- Baby born 2000-2499 grams
- ELBW baby
- Very low birth weight infant
- Micro-preemie
- Baby born 1250-1499 grams
- LBW baby
- Small baby at birth
- Underweight newborn
ICD-10 Codes:
- P0718: Other low birth weight newborn, 2000-2499 grams
- P0703: Extremely low birth weight newborn, 750-999 grams
- P0715: Other low birth weight newborn, 1250-1499 grams
- P0717: Other low birth weight newborn, 1750-1999 grams
Also known as:
- Newborn Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Lung Disease
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Infant Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Hyaline Membrane Disease
- Neonatal Respiratory Distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- P220: Respiratory distress syndrome of newborn
What procedures does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Moreira typically perform?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alvaro Moreira may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Moreira's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Moreira accept my insurance?
Dr. Moreira accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 567-4420 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Moreira accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Moreira in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Bexar County Hospital District
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Driscoll Children's Hospital
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Moreira's office located?
Dr. Alvaro Moreira's Primary Practice
7703 Floyd Curl Dr
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 567-4420
What is Dr. Moreira's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Moreira's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932436581.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Moreira?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Moreira
What is Dr. Alvaro Moreira's specialty?
Dr. Moreira is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near San Antonio, TX.
What does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies.
Is this Dr. Alvaro Moreira affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Moreira is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio 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 Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neonatal-Perinatal 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 Alvaro Moreira accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Alvaro Moreira is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alvaro Moreira offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Moreira's office at (210) 567-4420 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alvaro Moreira?
Please contact Dr. Moreira's office at (210) 567-4420 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alvaro Moreira have?
Dr. Alvaro Moreira is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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