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Dr. Carlos Alvarez, MD

Omaha, NE

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alvarez, Neurosurgeon in Omaha, NE?

    Dr. Carlos Alvarez, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Omaha, NE with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Alvarez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alvarez’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alvarez’s office at (407) 890-7915.

    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 Dr. Alvarez treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Brain Aneurysm
    • Cerebral Aneurysm
    • Brain Artery Bulge
    • Intracranial Aneurysm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain Bleed
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6203: Nontraumatic chronic subdural hemorrhage

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Spinal Cord Condition
    • Myelopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G959: Disease of spinal cord, unspecified

    Does Dr. Alvarez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alvarez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (407) 890-7915 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alvarez accept in Omaha, NE?

    Dr. Alvarez in Omaha, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • OptumRx

    • Presbyterian Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Alvarez's office located?

    Dr. Carlos Alvarez's Primary Practice

    4242 Farnam St Ste 550

    Omaha, NE 68131

    (407) 890-7915

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    Dr. Carlos Alvarez's Practice 2

    988102 Nebraska Medical Ctr

    Omaha, NE 68198

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    Dr. Carlos Alvarez's Practice 3

    200 Hawkins Dr

    Iowa City, IA 52242

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    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 1952840092.

    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. Carlos Alvarez's specialty?

    Dr. Alvarez is a Neurosurgeon near Omaha, NE. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Alvarez to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Carlos Alvarez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alvarez is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm 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

    Where can I learn more about Neurosurgeon?

    Explore Neurosurgeon with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Carlos Alvarez accepting new patients in Omaha, NE?

    Yes, Dr. Carlos Alvarez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Carlos Alvarez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alvarez's office at (407) 890-7915 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Carlos Alvarez?

    Please contact Dr. Alvarez's office at (407) 890-7915 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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