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Dr. Alvaro Pereira-Rico, MD

Medical Oncologist, Hematology / Oncology Specialist

Philadelphia, PA

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pereira-Rico, Medical Oncologist in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Alvaro Pereira-Rico, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Pereira-Rico completed his residency at Saint Louis University Health Sciences Center. Dr. Pereira-Rico is fluent in English, Arabic, Armenian, Chinese, Japanese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pereira-Rico’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pereira-Rico’s office at (215) 707-4000.

    Where did Dr. Pereira-Rico go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Saint Louis University Health Sciences Center

    • Medical School: Universidad Complutense De Madrid | Universidad Complutense De Madrid, Facultad De Medicina

    Is Dr. Pereira-Rico board certified as a Medical Oncologist?

    Yes, Dr. Alvaro Pereira-Rico, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Pereira-Rico speak?

    Dr. Pereira-Rico and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic
    • Armenian
    • Chinese
    • English
    • Japanese
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Pereira-Rico typically treat?

    As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Pereira-Rico 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. Pereira-Rico. 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:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Cancer Immunotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy
    • Oncology immunotherapy
    • Immune therapy for cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
    • Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Cancer
    • Urinary Bladder Cancer
    • Bladder Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Cancer
    • Renal cancer
    • Kidney carcinoma
    • Renal cell carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C642: Malignant neoplasm of left kidney, except renal pelvis

    What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Pereira-Rico typically perform?

    As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Pereira-Rico 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. Pereira-Rico. 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:

    • Blood Transfusion
    • Blood Transfusion and Donation
    • Blood product transfusion
    • Red blood cell transfusion
    • Plasma transfusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components

    Does Dr. Pereira-Rico accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pereira-Rico accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 707-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pereira-Rico accept in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Pereira-Rico in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medicare

    • State of Pennsylvania

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Pereira-Rico's office located?

    Dr. Alvaro Pereira-Rico's Primary Practice

    3401 N Broad St

    Philadelphia, PA 19140

    (215) 707-4000

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    Dr. Alvaro Pereira-Rico's Practice 2

    333 Cottman Ave

    Philadelphia, PA 19111

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    What is Dr. Pereira-Rico's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Pereira-Rico's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639198880.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pereira-Rico?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pereira-Rico

    What is Dr. Alvaro Pereira-Rico's specialty?

    Dr. Pereira-Rico is a Medical Oncologist near Philadelphia, PA.

    What does a Medical Oncologist do?

    An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.

    Is Dr. Alvaro Pereira-Rico affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pereira-Rico is affiliated with Temple University Hospital, Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus, Wellspan York Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Riddle 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

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    Is Dr. Alvaro Pereira-Rico accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Alvaro Pereira-Rico is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alvaro Pereira-Rico offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pereira-Rico's office at (215) 707-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alvaro Pereira-Rico?

    Please contact Dr. Pereira-Rico's office at (215) 707-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Pereira-Rico's office located?

    Dr. Pereira-Rico's office is located in Philadelphia, PA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alvaro Pereira-Rico have?

    Dr. Alvaro Pereira-Rico is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.