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Dr. Alvaro Aldana, MD

Birmingham, AL

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Aldana, Interventional Cardiologist in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Alvaro Aldana, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Aldana graduated from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Bogot· Facultad de Medicina and completed his residency at St Francis Hosp Of Evanston, Internal Medicine. Dr. Aldana is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aldana’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aldana’s office at (205) 971-7500.

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

    • Residency: St Francis Hosp Of Evanston, Internal Medicine | Mayo Clinic Rochester | St Francis Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Pontificia Univ Javeriana, Fac De Med, Bogota, Colombia | Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Bogot· Facultad de Medicina

    Is Dr. Aldana board certified in Interventional Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Alvaro Aldana, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Aldana speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Aldana treat?

    As a Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Aldana 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. Aldana. 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
    • Hardening of Heart Bypass Arteries (No Chest Pain)
    • Unstable Angina
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
    • Blocked heart bypass grafts without angina
    • Atherosclerosis in grafts
    • Silent coronary artery disease in grafts
    • Unstable Chest Pain
    • Acute Coronary Syndrome
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
    • I25810: Atherosclerosis of coronary artery bypass graft(s) without angina pectoris
    • I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • R002: Palpitations
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Swelling
    • Edema
    • Fluid Retention
    • Bloating

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R609: Edema, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Aldana perform as a Interventional Cardiologist?

    As a Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Alvaro Aldana may include:

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

    Does Dr. Aldana accept my insurance?

    Dr. Aldana accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 971-7500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Aldana accept in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Aldana in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Healthfirst

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Physicians Mutual Insurance Company

    • State of Alabama

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Aldana's office located?

    Dr. Alvaro Aldana's Primary Practice

    3680 Grandview Pkwy Ste 200

    Birmingham, AL 35243

    (205) 971-7500

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    Dr. Alvaro Aldana's Practice 2

    2048 Martin St S

    Pell City, AL 35128

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    Dr. Alvaro Aldana's Practice 3

    5890 Valley Rd Ste 105

    Birmingham, AL 35235

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

    Dr. Aldana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295739274.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aldana?

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

    What is Dr. Alvaro Aldana's specialty?

    Dr. Aldana is a Interventional Cardiologist near Birmingham, AL. A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function. Contact Dr. Aldana to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alvaro Aldana affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Aldana is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Interventional Cardiologist?

    Explore Interventional Cardiologist 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 Alvaro Aldana accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Alvaro Aldana is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alvaro Aldana offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Aldana's office at (205) 971-7500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alvaro Aldana?

    Please contact Dr. Aldana's office at (205) 971-7500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alvaro Aldana have?

    Dr. Alvaro Aldana is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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