22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alva, Gastroenterologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Brick Alva, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Alva is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alva’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alva’s office at (713) 494-1805.
What languages does Dr. Alva speak?
Dr. Alva and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Alva treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Alva 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. Alva. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Cecum Polyp
- Benign Colon Polyp
- Benign Sigmoid Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Disease
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous cecum growth
- Cecal adenoma
- Cecum benign tumor
- Non-cancerous colon growth
- Colon adenoma
- Benign colon tumor
- Non-cancerous sigmoid colon growth
- Sigmoid colon adenoma
- Sigmoid colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
- D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum
- D126: Benign neoplasm of colon, unspecified
- D125: Benign neoplasm of sigmoid colon
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
- Z860100: Personal history of colon polyps, unspecified
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- GERD with Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- GERD
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
- Heartburn with Esophagus Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Colon Diverticula
- Pockets in the Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Screening for Other Viral Disease
- Health Screening
- Other Viral Infection Screening
- Miscellaneous Virus Test
- Non-COVID Viral Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- First Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoids
- Internal hemorrhoids
- Grade 1 hemorrhoids
- Mild hemorrhoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- K640: First degree hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Change in Bowel Habits
- Bowel Movement
- Altered Bowel Habits
- Irregular Bowel Movements
- Changes in Pooping
ICD-10 Codes:
- R194: Change in bowel habit
Also known as:
- Family History of Digestive Organ Cancer
- Cancer
- Family History
- Genetic risk for gastrointestinal cancer
- Family history of GI cancer
- Hereditary digestive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z800: Family history of malignant neoplasm of digestive organs
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Alva perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Brick Alva may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Alva's office.
Does Dr. Alva accept my insurance?
Dr. Alva accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 494-1805 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alva accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Alva in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Community Health Choice
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Alva's office located?
What is Dr. Alva's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alva's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720025380.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alva?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alva
What is Dr. Brick Alva's specialty?
Dr. Alva is a Gastroenterologist near Houston, TX. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Alva to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Brick Alva affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alva is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Cypress 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
Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?
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Is Brick Alva accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Brick Alva is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brick Alva offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alva's office at (713) 494-1805 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brick Alva?
Please contact Dr. Alva's office at (713) 494-1805 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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