CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alonzo, Internist in Cambridge, MA?
Dr. Christopher Alonzo, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Cambridge, MA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Alonzo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alonzo’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alonzo’s office at (617) 267-0900.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Alonzo?
Dr. Christopher Alonzo, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Alonzo empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in HIV/AIDS, LGBTQ+ Health, Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Cambridge, MA community, Dr. Alonzo is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Alonzo speak?
Dr. Alonzo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Alonzo typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Alonzo 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. Alonzo. 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:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Screening for Other Viral Disease
- Health Screening
- Other Viral Infection Screening
- Miscellaneous Virus Test
- Non-COVID Viral Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
Also known as:
- Lipid Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Cholesterol Screening
- Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
- Lipid Panel Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Alonzo typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Alonzo 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. Alonzo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Alonzo accept my insurance?
Dr. Alonzo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 267-0900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alonzo accept in Cambridge, MA?
Dr. Alonzo in Cambridge, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Alonzo's office located?
Dr. Christopher Alonzo's Primary Practice
1611 Cambridge St
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 267-0900
What is Dr. Alonzo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alonzo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265812226.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alonzo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alonzo
What is Dr. Christopher Alonzo's specialty?
Dr. Alonzo is a Internist near Cambridge, MA.
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. Christopher Alonzo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alonzo is affiliated with Mount Auburn Hospital, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston 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 Christopher Alonzo accepting new patients in Cambridge, MA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Alonzo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Alonzo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alonzo's office at (617) 267-0900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Alonzo?
Please contact Dr. Alonzo's office at (617) 267-0900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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