Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alvarado, Family Medicine Specialist in Charleston, IL?
Dr. Joan Alvarado, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Charleston, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Alvarado is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alvarado’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alvarado’s office at (217) 345-7700.
What languages does Dr. Alvarado speak?
Dr. Alvarado and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Alvarado typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
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:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, 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
Also known as:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Alvarado typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joan Alvarado may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
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 (217) 345-7700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alvarado accept in Charleston, IL?
Dr. Alvarado in Charleston, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Alvarado's office located?
Dr. Joan Alvarado's Primary Practice
116 W Buchanan Ave
Charleston, IL 61920
(217) 345-7700
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 1033430624.
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. Joan Alvarado's specialty?
Dr. Alvarado is a Family Medicine Specialist near Charleston, IL.
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. Joan Alvarado affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alvarado is affiliated with Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center, Hshs St. Anthony's Memorial 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 Joan Alvarado accepting new patients in Charleston, IL?
No, Dr. Joan Alvarado is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joan Alvarado offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alvarado's office at (217) 345-7700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joan Alvarado?
Please contact Dr. Alvarado's office at (217) 345-7700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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