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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alvarez, Family Medicine Specialist in Elk River, MN?
Dr. Yordanka Alvarez, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Elk River, MN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Alvarez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alvarez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alvarez’s office at (763) 236-0500.
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 Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Alvarez typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Back Pain
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Alvarez typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Alvarez performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:
- Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
- Breast Tissue Sample
- Breast Lesion Biopsy with Clip
CPT Codes:
- 19083: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Alvarez accept my insurance?
Dr. Alvarez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (763) 236-0500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alvarez accept in Elk River, MN?
Dr. Alvarez in Elk River, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medica Advantage
Medica Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Alvarez's office located?
Dr. Yordanka Alvarez's Primary Practice
14181 Business Center Dr NW
Elk River, MN 55330
(763) 236-0500
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 1770842007.
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. Yordanka Alvarez's specialty?
Dr. Alvarez is a Family Medicine Specialist near Elk River, MN.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Yordanka Alvarez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alvarez is affiliated with Abbott Northwestern Hospital, Mercy Hospital - Coon Rapids, Mn, Cambridge Medical Center, United Hospital, North Memorial Health – Maple Grove 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Yordanka Alvarez accepting new patients in Elk River, MN?
Yes, Dr. Yordanka Alvarez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yordanka Alvarez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alvarez's office at (763) 236-0500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yordanka Alvarez?
Please contact Dr. Alvarez's office at (763) 236-0500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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