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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alva, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Jose, CA?
Dr. James Alva, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Alva is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alva’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alva’s office at (408) 455-3260.
What languages does Dr. Alva speak?
Dr. Alva and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Alva typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Alva 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. Alva. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Alva typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. James Alva may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Alva's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Alva accept my insurance?
Dr. Alva accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 455-3260 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alva accept in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Alva in San Jose, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Blue Shield of California
Conifer Health Solutions
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Alva's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Alva affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Alva has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital,Stanford, CA
Ranked in 6 Procedures
Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital,Stanford, CA
Ranked in 6 Procedures
Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center,Santa Clara, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center,Santa Clara, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Stanford Health Care - Valleycare,Pleasanton, CARanked in 2 Procedures
Stanford Health Care - Valleycare,Pleasanton, CA
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center,San Leandro, CARanked General Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center,San Leandro, CA
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center,San Jose, CA
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center,San Jose, CA
St. Louise Regional Hospital,Gilroy, CA
St. Louise Regional Hospital,Gilroy, CA
What is Dr. Alva's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alva's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063890945.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alva?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alva
What is Dr. James Alva's specialty?
Dr. Alva is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Jose, CA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is Dr. James Alva affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alva is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. James Alva accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?
Yes, Dr. James Alva is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Alva offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alva's office at (408) 455-3260 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Alva?
Please contact Dr. Alva's office at (408) 455-3260 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Alva's office located?
Dr. Alva's offices are located in San Jose, CA and Gilroy, CA.
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