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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alvarez, Cardiologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Jorge Alvarez, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Alvarez graduated from University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine and completed his residency at Brown University/Rhode Island Hospital-Lifespan Program. Dr. Alvarez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alvarez’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alvarez’s office at (617) 983-7420.
Where did Dr. Alvarez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brown University/Rhode Island Hospital-Lifespan Program
Medical School: University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine
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 Cardiologist like Dr. Alvarez typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Alvarez typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Jorge Alvarez may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
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 (617) 983-7420 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alvarez accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Alvarez in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Point32Health
Spectrum
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 1932492147.
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. Jorge Alvarez's specialty?
Dr. Alvarez is a Cardiologist near Boston, MA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Jorge Alvarez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alvarez is affiliated with Brigham And Women's Faulkner Hospital, Brigham And Women's Hospital 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 Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jorge Alvarez accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Jorge Alvarez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jorge Alvarez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alvarez's office at (617) 983-7420 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jorge Alvarez?
Please contact Dr. Alvarez's office at (617) 983-7420 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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