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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alvarado, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Jorge Alvarado, MD is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Alvarado is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alvarado’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alvarado’s office at (415) 206-4069.
What languages does Dr. Alvarado speak?
Dr. Alvarado and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) like Dr. Alvarado typically treat?
As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Alvarado 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. Alvarado. 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:
- Other Birth Control Check-up
- Birth Control Pill Check-up
- Birth Control
- Contraceptive Device Follow-up
- Birth Control Surveillance
- Family Planning Check
- Oral Contraceptive Follow-up
- Pill Prescription Check
- Contraceptive Pill Management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3049: Encounter for surveillance of other contraceptives
- Z3041: Encounter for surveillance of contraceptive pills
Also known as:
- HIV Screening Test
- HIV Test
- AIDS Test
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z114: Encounter for screening for human immunodeficiency virus [HIV]
Also known as:
- Natural Family Planning Counseling
- Birth Control
- Fertility Awareness Method Counseling
- Rhythm Method Instruction
- Natural Birth Control Advice
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3002: Counseling and instruction in natural family planning to avoid pregnancy
Also known as:
- Unwanted Pregnancy Issues
- Unplanned pregnancy concerns
- Crisis pregnancy
- Difficult pregnancy decision
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z640: Problems related to unwanted pregnancy
Also known as:
- First-time Birth Control Pill Prescription
- Birth Control Shot Check-up
- Birth Control Implant Check-up
- Birth Control
- Initial oral contraceptive prescription
- Starting birth control pills
- New birth control pill order
- Injectable contraceptive follow-up
- Depo-Provera monitoring
- Birth control injection check
- Contraceptive implant follow-up
- Nexplanon monitoring
- Subdermal implant check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z30011: Encounter for initial prescription of contraceptive pills
- Z3042: Encounter for surveillance of injectable contraceptive
- Z3046: Encounter for surveillance of implantable subdermal contraceptive
What procedures does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) like Dr. Alvarado typically perform?
As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Alvarado 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. Alvarado. 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:
- IUD Insertion
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device placement
- IUD placement
- Birth control implant
CPT Codes:
- 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)
Also known as:
- IUD Removal
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device removal
- Take out IUD
- Remove birth control device
- IUD explant
CPT Codes:
- 58301: Removal of intrauterine device (IUD)
Also known as:
- Colposcopy with Cervical Biopsy and Curettage
- Colposcopy
- Cervical Biopsy
- Endocervical Curettage
- Pap Smear Follow-up Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 57454: Colposcopy of the cervix including upper/adjacent vagina; with biopsy(s) of the cervix and endocervical curettage
Also known as:
- Drug Delivery Implant Insertion
- Medication Implant Placement
- Bioresorbable Drug Implant
- Contraceptive Implant Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 11981: Insertion, drug-delivery implant (ie, bioresorbable, biodegradable, non-biodegradable)
Also known as:
- Removal of Birth Control Implant
- Birth Control
- Contraceptive Implant Removal
- Nexplanon Removal
- Arm Implant Removal
- Birth Control Capsule Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11976: Removal, implantable contraceptive capsules
Also known as:
- Removal of Non-Biodegradable Drug Implant
- Drug Delivery Device Removal
- Permanent Drug Implant Explant
- Non-Dissolving Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11982: Removal, non-biodegradable drug delivery implant
Also known as:
- Surgical Treatment for Incomplete Miscarriage
- D&C for incomplete abortion
- Surgical miscarriage management
- Uterine evacuation
- Incomplete abortion surgery
CPT Codes:
- 59812: Treatment of incomplete abortion, any trimester, completed surgically
Does Dr. Alvarado accept my insurance?
Dr. Alvarado accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 206-4069 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alvarado accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Alvarado in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AlphaCare
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Community Health Group
Inland Empire Health Plan
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Alvarado's office located?
What is Dr. Alvarado's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alvarado's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538588561.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alvarado?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alvarado
What is Dr. Jorge Alvarado's specialty?
Dr. Alvarado is a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near San Diego, CA.
What does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) do?
An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life.
Is this Dr. Jorge Alvarado affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alvarado is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Riverside Community Hospital 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 Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jorge Alvarado accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jorge Alvarado is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jorge Alvarado offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alvarado's office at (415) 206-4069 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jorge Alvarado?
Please contact Dr. Alvarado's office at (415) 206-4069 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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