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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alvarez, Retina Specialist in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Erica Alvarez, MD is a Retina Specialist, who primarily practices in El Paso, TX with 1 additional practice location. 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 (915) 200-1203.
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 a Retina Specialist like Dr. Alvarez typically treat?
As a Retina 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.
Also known as:
- Conjunctival Cancer
- Eye Cancer
- Conjunctiva Cancer
- Ocular Surface Squamous Neoplasia
- Eye Surface Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C6902: Malignant neoplasm of left conjunctiva
- C6901: Malignant neoplasm of right conjunctiva
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Advanced Diabetic Eye Disease and Macular Swelling (Both Eyes)
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Eye Problems
- Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema Bilateral
- Advanced Retina Damage Both Eyes with Macular Swelling
- Diabetic Macular Edema Both Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E113513: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
- Retinal Disorder
- Hypertensive Retinopathy
- Eye Damage from Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Retinopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral
What procedures does a Retina Specialist like Dr. Alvarez typically perform?
As a Retina 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.
Also known as:
- Amniotic Membrane Placement on Eye Surface
- Ocular Surface Reconstruction
- Amniotic Membrane Graft
- Corneal Repair with Amniotic Membrane
CPT Codes:
- 65779: Placement of amniotic membrane on the ocular surface; single layer, sutured
Also known as:
- Removal of Large Conjunctival Lesion
- Conjunctival Excision
- Eye Lesion Removal
- Pterygium Excision
CPT Codes:
- 68115: Excision of lesion, conjunctiva; over 1 cm
Also known as:
- Removal of Eye Surface Lesion
- Conjunctival Lesion Excision
- Scleral Lesion Removal
- Eye Growth Removal
CPT Codes:
- 68130: Excision of lesion, conjunctiva; with adjacent sclera
Also known as:
- Eye Lesion Removal
- Conjunctival Lesion Destruction
- Eye Growth Removal
- Conjunctiva Lesion Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 68135: Destruction of lesion, conjunctiva
Does Dr. Alvarez accept my insurance?
Dr. Alvarez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (915) 200-1203 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alvarez accept in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Alvarez in El Paso, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Not Specified
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Alvarez's office located?
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 1255773313.
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. Erica Alvarez's specialty?
Dr. Alvarez is a Retina Specialist near El Paso, TX.
What does a Retina Specialist do?
An ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases focuses on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the vitreous and retina, including issues such as retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. This specialist employs advanced medical and surgical techniques to manage these complex eye conditions.
Is this Dr. Erica Alvarez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alvarez is affiliated with The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center 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 a Retina Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Erica Alvarez accepting new patients in El Paso, TX?
Yes, Dr. Erica Alvarez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Erica Alvarez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alvarez's office at (915) 200-1203 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Erica Alvarez?
Please contact Dr. Alvarez's office at (915) 200-1203 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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