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Dr. Munawar Alavi, MD

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Dr. Munawar Alavi, MD

San Jose, CA

46 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alavi, Specialist in San Jose, CA?

    Dr. Munawar Alavi, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified. Dr. Alavi graduated from Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan. Dr. Alavi is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alavi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alavi’s office at (408) 770-3102.

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

    • Fellowship: Cardiology, Tulane University

    • Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan | Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan

    Is Dr. Alavi board certified as a Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Munawar Alavi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Alavi speak?

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

    • English

    • Urdu

    What conditions does Dr. Alavi treat?

    As a Specialist, Dr. Alavi 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. Alavi. 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:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Arrhythmia
    • Irregular heartbeat
    • Heart rhythm disorder
    • Cardiac dysrhythmia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Atrial Fibrillation
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Persistent AFib
    • Long-term AFib
    • Ongoing Atrial Fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4820: Chronic atrial fibrillation, unspecified

    Does Dr. Alavi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alavi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 770-3102 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alavi accept in San Jose, CA?

    Dr. Alavi in San Jose, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AgeWell

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Mohawk Industries

    • OptumRx

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Alavi's office located?

    Dr. Munawar Alavi's Primary Practice

    200 Jose Figueres Ave Ste 365

    San Jose, CA 95116

    (408) 770-3102

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    Dr. Munawar Alavi's Practice 2

    6140 Camino Verde Dr

    San Jose, CA 95119

    (408) 224-1267

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

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    Office Experience

    100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Appointment Booking

    100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

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    Diagnosis

    100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition

    Patients give Dr. Munawar Alavi an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Alavi has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Alavi, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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    What is Dr. Alavi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Alavi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851334403.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alavi?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alavi

    What is Dr. Munawar Alavi's specialty?

    Dr. Alavi is a Specialist near San Jose, CA. Contact Dr. Alavi to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Munawar Alavi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alavi is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Specialist?

    Explore Specialist 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 Munawar Alavi accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Munawar Alavi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Munawar Alavi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alavi's office at (408) 770-3102 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Munawar Alavi?

    Please contact Dr. Alavi's office at (408) 770-3102 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Munawar Alavi have?

    Dr. Munawar Alavi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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