Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alvarez, Pulmonologist in Hollywood, FL?
Dr. Luis Alvarez, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Hollywood, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Alvarez completed his residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, Nephrology; Stanford Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. 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 (954) 265-9976.
Where did Dr. Alvarez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, Nephrology; Stanford Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca
Is Dr. Alvarez board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Luis Alvarez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
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 Pulmonologist like Dr. Alvarez typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, 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:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Alvarez typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Luis Alvarez may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Alvarez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Alvarez accept my insurance?
Dr. Alvarez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 265-9976 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alvarez accept in Hollywood, FL?
Dr. Alvarez in Hollywood, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Medicare
Oscar Health
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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 1871778118.
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. Luis Alvarez's specialty?
Dr. Alvarez is a Pulmonologist near Hollywood, FL.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Luis Alvarez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alvarez is affiliated with Memorial Regional Hospital 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
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Is Luis Alvarez accepting new patients in Hollywood, FL?
Yes, Dr. Luis Alvarez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Luis Alvarez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alvarez's office at (954) 265-9976 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Luis Alvarez?
Please contact Dr. Alvarez's office at (954) 265-9976 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Luis Alvarez have?
Dr. Luis Alvarez is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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