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Dr. Elisa Alvarado, MD

Dr. Elisa Alvarado, MD

Pasadena, CA

Accepting patients
Online booking
Telehealth

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alvarado, Internist in Pasadena, CA?

    Dr. Elisa Alvarado, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Pasadena, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Alvarado completed her residency at Huntington Memorial Hospital. Dr. Alvarado is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alvarado’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alvarado’s office at (626) 584-0026.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Alvarado?

    Dr. Elisa Alvarado, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Alvarado empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Pasadena/CA community, Dr. Alvarado is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Alvarado go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Huntington Memorial Hospital | Huntington Hospital

    Is Dr. Alvarado board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Elisa Alvarado, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    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 Dr. Alvarado treat?

    As an Internist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Widespread Osteoarthritis
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Generalized Osteoarthritis
    • Multiple Joint Arthritis
    • Polyarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M159: Polyosteoarthritis, unspecified
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Heart Disease Screening
    • Vascular Disease Check
    • Cardiac Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders

    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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • B Vitamins
    • Pernicious Anemia
    • B12 Anemia
    • Cobalamin Deficiency Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D510: Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia due to intrinsic factor deficiency

    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:

    • Pelvic and Perineal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Perineum pain
    • Pelvic floor pain
    • Pain in groin area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R102: Pelvic and perineal pain

    Also known as:

    • Insomnia
    • Sleeplessness
    • Trouble sleeping
    • Chronic insomnia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4700: Insomnia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
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    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Alvarado perform?

    As an Internist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Inner Ear Balance Test
    • Rotational Vestibular Test
    • Sinusoidal Rotational Test
    • Vertigo Balance Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 92546: Sinusoidal vertical axis rotational testing

    Also known as:

    • Vertical Electrode Placement
    • Electrode Application
    • Vertical Electrode Study
    • Diagnostic Electrode Use

    CPT Codes:

    • 92547: Use of vertical electrodes (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Basic Balance Test
    • Balance Tests
    • Vestibular Evaluation
    • Inner Ear Balance Test
    • Nystagmus Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 92540: Basic vestibular evaluation, includes spontaneous nystagmus test with eccentric gaze fixation nystagmus, with recording, positional nystagmus test, minimum of 4 positions, with recording, optokinetic nystagmus test, bidirectional foveal and peripheral stimulation, with recording, and oscillating tracking test, with recording

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Alvarado accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alvarado accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 584-0026 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alvarado accept in Pasadena, CA?

    Dr. Alvarado in Pasadena, 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Alvarado's office located?

    Dr. Elisa Alvarado also offers virtual visits

    Dr. Elisa Alvarado's Primary Practice

    630 S Raymond Ave Unit 340

    Pasadena, CA 91105

    (626) 584-0026

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Elisa Alvarado?

    Dr. Alvarado has appointments available at her Pasadena, CA office. Please select a date and time below.

    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 1891979746.

    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. Elisa Alvarado's specialty?

    Dr. Alvarado is a Internist near Pasadena, CA.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Alvarado to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Elisa Alvarado affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alvarado is affiliated with Huntington Hospital (Pasadena, CA) 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 Internist?

    Explore Internist 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 Elisa Alvarado accepting new patients in Pasadena, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Elisa Alvarado is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Elisa Alvarado offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Alvarado, or call (626) 584-0026 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Elisa Alvarado?

    Yes, Dr. Alvarado offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Alvarado, or call (626) 584-0026 for more information.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Elisa Alvarado have?

    Dr. Elisa Alvarado is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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