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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alvarez, Pediatrician in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Griselda Alvarez, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Alvarez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alvarez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alvarez’s office at (310) 825-6244.
Is Dr. Alvarez board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Griselda Alvarez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Alvarez speak?
Dr. Alvarez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Alvarez typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, 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:
- Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 1
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
- T1D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Congenital Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Underactive Thyroid at Birth
- Neonatal Hypothyroidism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E031: Congenital hypothyroidism without goiter
Also known as:
- Short Stature in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Child Growth Problems
- Dwarfism
- Growth Retardation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6252: Short stature (child)
Also known as:
- Underactive Pituitary Gland
- Pituitary Disorder
- Combined pituitary hormone deficiency
- Isolated growth hormone deficiency
- Hypopituitarism
- Pituitary Hormone Deficiency
- Low Pituitary Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E230: Hypopituitarism
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Alvarez typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Griselda Alvarez 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. 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 (310) 825-6244 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alvarez accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Alvarez in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthSmart
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Alvarez's office located?
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 1770807646.
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. Griselda Alvarez's specialty?
Dr. Alvarez is a Pediatrician near Los Angeles, CA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Griselda Alvarez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alvarez is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Griselda Alvarez accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Griselda Alvarez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Griselda Alvarez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alvarez's office at (310) 825-6244 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Griselda Alvarez?
Please contact Dr. Alvarez's office at (310) 825-6244 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Griselda Alvarez have?
Dr. Griselda Alvarez is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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