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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alvarado, Internist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Enma Alvarado, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Alvarado graduated from Universidad AutÛnoma de Guadalajara Facultad de Medicina. Dr. Alvarado is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alvarado’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alvarado’s office at (619) 688-1600.
Where did Dr. Alvarado go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Universidad AutÛnoma de Guadalajara Facultad de Medicina
What languages does Dr. Alvarado speak?
Dr. Alvarado and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Alvarado typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Alvarado 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. Alvarado. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Pain
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Adult Failure to Thrive
- Geriatric Failure to Thrive
- Unexplained Decline in Adults
- Wasting Syndrome in Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- R627: Adult failure to thrive
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Alvarado typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Enma Alvarado 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. Alvarado's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Alvarado accept my insurance?
Dr. Alvarado accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 688-1600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alvarado accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Alvarado in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Alvarado's office located?
Dr. Enma Alvarado's Primary Practice
10666 N Torrey Pines Rd
La Jolla, CA 92037
(619) 688-1600
What is Dr. Alvarado's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alvarado's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942563762.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alvarado?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alvarado
What is Dr. Enma Alvarado's specialty?
Dr. Alvarado is a Internist near La Jolla, CA.
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. Enma Alvarado affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alvarado is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Enma Alvarado accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Enma Alvarado is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Enma Alvarado offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alvarado's office at (619) 688-1600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Enma Alvarado?
Please contact Dr. Alvarado's office at (619) 688-1600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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