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Dr. Melquiades Alvarez, MD

Miami, FL

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Alvarez, Pediatric Radiologist in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Melquiades Alvarez, MD is a Pediatric Radiologist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Alvarez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alvarez’s office at (305) 662-8293.

    What languages does Dr. Alvarez speak?

    Dr. Alvarez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Alvarez treat?

    As a Pediatric Radiologist, 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:

    • Other Bronchial Disorder
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Other Bronchial Tube Diseases
    • Miscellaneous Airway Disorders
    • Unspecified Bronchial Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9809: Other diseases of bronchus, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Short Stature in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Child Growth Problems
    • Dwarfism
    • Growth Retardation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6252: Short stature (child)

    Also known as:

    • Other Lung Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Various lung conditions
    • Unspecified lung disorder
    • Miscellaneous lung problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J984: Other disorders of lung

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Early Puberty
    • Puberty
    • Central precocious puberty
    • Precocious puberty
    • Puberty at a young age

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E301: Precocious puberty

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Other Soft Tissue Disorder
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle and connective tissue problems
    • Uncommon soft tissue conditions
    • Various soft tissue ailments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Hand and Wrist Injury
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • Finger Injury
    • Wrist Sprain
    • Hand Trauma
    • Upper Extremity Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S6992XA: Unspecified injury of left wrist, hand and finger(s), initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Injury of Wrist, Hand, or Finger
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • General Hand Injury
    • Wrist Trauma
    • Finger Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S6991XA: Unspecified injury of right wrist, hand and finger(s), initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Leg Injury
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Lower Leg Injury
    • Shin Injury
    • Leg Trauma
    • Injured Leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S8991XA: Unspecified injury of right lower leg, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Other Intestinal Condition
    • Colonic Disease
    • Small Intestine Disorder
    • Bowel Conditions
    • Gut Problems
    • Digestive Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K6389: Other specified diseases of intestine

    Also known as:

    • Child Development Problems
    • Child Development
    • Developmental concerns in children
    • Abnormal child development
    • Lack of normal development

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood

    Also known as:

    • Torus Fracture of the Radius
    • Arm Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Buckle fracture of radius
    • Wrist buckle fracture
    • Radius bone break
    • Incomplete radius fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S52522D: Torus fracture of lower end of left radius, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing

    Also known as:

    • Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
    • Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
    • General Observation for Excluded Conditions
    • Broad Diagnostic Observation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out

    Which procedures does Dr. Alvarez perform as a Pediatric Radiologist?

    As a Pediatric Radiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Melquiades Alvarez may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Alvarez's office.

    Does Dr. Alvarez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alvarez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 662-8293 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alvarez accept in Miami, FL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • Other Health Care Provider

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    Where is Dr. Alvarez's office located?

    Dr. Melquiades Alvarez's Primary Practice

    3100 SW 62nd Ave

    Miami, FL 33155

    (305) 662-8293

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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 1972525459.

    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. Melquiades Alvarez's specialty?

    Dr. Alvarez is a Pediatric Radiologist near Miami, FL. A pediatric radiologist specializes in all forms of diagnostic imaging related to the treatment of diseases in newborns, infants, children, and adolescents. This specialist possesses expertise in both imaging and interventional procedures for managing pediatric diseases. They must have a high knowledge and thorough understanding of organ systems as they relate to growth and development, congenital malformations, diseases specific to children, and conditions that begin in childhood and lead to significant impairment in adulthood. Contact Dr. Alvarez to book an appointment today.

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

    No, Alvarez is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Nicklaus Childrens Hospital, Nicklaus Childrens Sports Health Center, Nicklaus Children's Hospital - Aventura Care Center, Nicklaus Children's Homestead Outpatient Center, Nicklaus Children's Doral Outpatient Center, Nicklaus Children's Hialeah Outpatient Center. 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

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    Is Melquiades Alvarez accepting new patients in Miami, FL?

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

    Does Dr. Melquiades Alvarez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alvarez's office at (305) 662-8293 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Melquiades Alvarez?

    Please contact Dr. Alvarez's office at (305) 662-8293 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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