AP
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
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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
What is Dr. Pereira-Rico's NPI number?An 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 this 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 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 Alvaro Pereira-Rico?
Please contact Dr. Pereira-Rico's office at (215) 707-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alvaro Pereira-Rico have?
Dr. Alvaro Pereira-Rico is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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