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Who is Dr. Ho, Adult Medicine Specialist in Staten Island, NY?
Dr. Alvin Ho, MD is an Adult Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Staten Island, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ho is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ho’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ho’s office at (929) 292-3600.
What languages does Dr. Ho speak?
Dr. Ho and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Ho treat?
As a Adult Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ho 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. Ho. 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.
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Healthy Weight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
- Normal Weight
- Body Mass Index
- Optimal Weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
- Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
- Z6824: Body mass index [BMI] 24.0-24.9, adult
- Z6825: Body mass index [BMI] 25.0-25.9, adult
- Z6829: Body mass index [BMI] 29.0-29.9, adult
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Body Weight
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Body Fat
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
- Z6832: Body mass index [BMI] 32.0-32.9, adult
- Z6830: Body mass index [BMI] 30.0-30.9, adult
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
- Body Weight
- Overweight BMI
- Adult pre-obesity BMI
- Higher than normal BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- High Fasting Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- Impaired Fasting Glucose
- Prediabetes (Fasting)
- Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7301: Impaired fasting glucose
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Which procedures does Dr. Ho perform as a Adult Medicine Specialist?
As a Adult Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Alvin Ho may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ho's office.
Does Dr. Ho accept my insurance?
Dr. Ho accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (929) 292-3600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ho accept in Staten Island, NY?
Dr. Ho in Staten Island, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Healthfirst
Humana
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ho's office located?
What is Dr. Ho's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ho's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003342718.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ho?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ho
What is Dr. Alvin Ho's specialty?
Dr. Ho is a Adult Medicine Specialist near Staten Island, NY. The NUCC advises against using this code and suggests selecting a more suitable one. Contact Dr. Ho to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alvin Ho affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ho is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Adult Medicine Specialist?
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Is Alvin Ho accepting new patients in Staten Island, NY?
Yes, Dr. Alvin Ho is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alvin Ho offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ho's office at (929) 292-3600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alvin Ho?
Please contact Dr. Ho's office at (929) 292-3600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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