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Dr. Sergio Alvarez, MD
Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist
,Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist
,Emergency Medicine Specialist
Mountain View, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alvarez, Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist in Mountain View, CA?
Dr. Sergio Alvarez, MD is an Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Mountain View, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Alvarez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alvarez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alvarez’s office at (650) 934-7111.
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 an Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Alvarez typically treat?
As an Emergency Sports Medicine 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
Also known as:
- Left Hip Pain
- Right Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Left Hip
- Left Hip Ache
- Left Hip Discomfort
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25552: Pain in left hip
- M25551: Pain in right hip
Also known as:
- Pain in Hip
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Hip Ache
- Hip Discomfort
- Sore Hip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25559: Pain in unspecified hip
Also known as:
- Right Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Right rotator cuff rupture
- Right shoulder tendon tear
- Right shoulder muscle tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M75101: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
What procedures does an Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Alvarez typically perform?
As an Emergency Sports Medicine 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Alvarez accept my insurance?
Dr. Alvarez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 934-7111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alvarez accept in Mountain View, CA?
Dr. Alvarez in Mountain View, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Centene Corporation
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Not Specified
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Alvarez's office located?
Dr. Sergio Alvarez's Primary Practice
701 E El Camino Real
Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 934-7111
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 1013379031.
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. Sergio Alvarez's specialty?
Dr. Alvarez is a Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist near Mountain View, CA.
What does an Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician with expertise in sports medicine provides comprehensive care in this field, focusing not only on improving health and fitness but also on preventing and managing injuries and illnesses. A sports medicine physician is well-qualified and skilled in promoting wellness and understands the role of exercise in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. This specialty requires a solid foundation in exercise physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, psychology, physical rehabilitation, and epidemiology.
Is this Dr. Sergio Alvarez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alvarez is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Valleycare which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Sports Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sergio Alvarez accepting new patients in Mountain View, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sergio Alvarez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sergio Alvarez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alvarez's office at (650) 934-7111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sergio Alvarez?
Please contact Dr. Alvarez's office at (650) 934-7111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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