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Dr. Alvaro Aldana, MD

Interventional Cardiologist, Cardiologist

Birmingham, AL

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    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. 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 Medicare 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 as an 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 an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Aldana typically treat?

    As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Aldana typically perform?

    As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Aldana 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Vein Stent Placement
    • Transcatheter Vein Stenting
    • Intravascular Vein Stent
    • Percutaneous Vein Angioplasty and Stent

    CPT Codes:

    • 37238: Transcatheter placement of an intravascular stent(s), open or percutaneous, including radiological supervision and interpretation and including angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed; initial vein

    Also known as:

    • Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
    • IVUS (Non-Coronary)
    • Vessel Ultrasound
    • Internal Artery Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 37252: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; initial noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    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

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Aldana's office located?

    Dr. Alvaro Aldana's Primary Practice

    3686 Grandview Pkwy Ste 720

    Birmingham, AL 35243

    (205) 971-7500

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    Dr. Alvaro Aldana's Practice 2

    5890 Valley Rd Ste 105

    Birmingham, AL 35235

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    Dr. Alvaro Aldana's Practice 3

    70 Plaza Dr

    Pell City, AL 35125

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    What is Dr. Aldana's NPI number?A 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 an Interventional Cardiologist near Birmingham, AL.

    What does an Interventional Cardiologist do?

    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.

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

    Yes, Dr. Aldana is affiliated with Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, Al, Ascension St. Vincent’s Birmingham 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

    When to see an Interventional Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Interventional Cardiologist. Explore 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 Dr. 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 Dr. Alvaro Aldana?

    Please contact Dr. Aldana's office at (205) 971-7500 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Aldana's office located?

    Dr. Aldana's offices are located in Birmingham, AL and Pell City, AL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alvaro Aldana have?

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