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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alvarez, Specialist in Ville Platte, LA?
Dr. Eduardo Alvarez, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Ville Platte, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Alvarez graduated from San Juan Bautista School of Medicine and completed his residency at UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER. Dr. Alvarez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alvarez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alvarez’s office at (337) 363-7228.
Where did Dr. Alvarez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
Medical School: San Juan Bautista School of Medicine | University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas
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 Dr. Alvarez treat?
As a 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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Widespread Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Multiple Joint Arthritis
- Polyarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M159: Polyosteoarthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Alvarez perform?
As a 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.
Also known as:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Does Dr. Alvarez accept my insurance?
Dr. Alvarez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 363-7228 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alvarez accept in Ville Platte, LA?
Dr. Alvarez in Ville Platte, LA 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 and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Fidelity Insurance Group
HealthComp
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Alvarez's office located?
Dr. Eduardo Alvarez's Primary Practice
504 Jack Miller Rd Ste 9
Ville Platte, LA 70586
(337) 363-7228
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 1316098544.
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. Eduardo Alvarez's specialty?
Dr. Alvarez is a Specialist near Ville Platte, LA. Contact Dr. Alvarez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Eduardo Alvarez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alvarez is affiliated with Opelousas General Health System-Main Campus, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Acadian Medical Center, CHRISTUS Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Ochsner American Legion 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
Where can I learn more about Specialist?
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Is Eduardo Alvarez accepting new patients in Ville Platte, LA?
Yes, Dr. Eduardo Alvarez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eduardo Alvarez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alvarez's office at (337) 363-7228 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eduardo Alvarez?
Please contact Dr. Alvarez's office at (337) 363-7228 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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