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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alex, Internist in Austin, TX?
Dr. Asha Alex, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Austin, TX. Dr. Alex graduated from Rutgers. Dr. Alex is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alex’s office at (512) 526-1776.
Where did Dr. Alex go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Rutgers
What languages does Dr. Alex speak?
Dr. Alex and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Alex typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Alex 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. Alex. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Alex typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Asha Alex may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Alex's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Alex accept my insurance?
Dr. Alex accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (512) 526-1776 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alex accept in Austin, TX?
Dr. Alex in Austin, 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)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Alex's office located?
What is Dr. Alex's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alex's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417237025.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alex?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alex
What is Dr. Asha Alex's specialty?
Dr. Alex is a Internist near Austin, TX.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Asha Alex affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alex is affiliated with St. David's South Austin Medical Center 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Asha Alex accepting new patients in Austin, TX?
Yes, Dr. Asha Alex is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Asha Alex offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alex's office at (512) 526-1776 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Asha Alex?
Please contact Dr. Alex's office at (512) 526-1776 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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