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Who is Dr. Alvarado, Infectious Disease Specialist in Altamonte Springs, FL?
Dr. Fernando Alvarado, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Altamonte Springs, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Alvarado graduated from Universidad El Bosque, Escuela Medicina Colombiana and completed his residency at Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Infectious Diseases; Barnes-Jewish Hosp, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the American College of Physicians, Infectious Disease Society of America, Seminole County Medical Society, American Academy of HIV Medicine, and Florida Infectious Disease Society. Dr. Alvarado is fluent in English, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alvarado’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alvarado’s office at (407) 830-5577.
Where did Dr. Alvarado go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Infectious Diseases; Barnes-Jewish Hosp, Internal Medicine | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: Esc Colombiana De Med, Bogota, Colombia | Universidad El Bosque, Escuela Medicina Colombiana | Universidad Nacional de Colombia Facultad de Medicina
Is Dr. Alvarado board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Fernando Alvarado, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Alvarado speak?
Dr. Alvarado and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Alvarado treat?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Alvarado 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. Alvarado. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Lung Mycobacterial Infection
- Mycobacterial Infection
- Pulmonary NTM Infection
- Lung Nontuberculous Mycobacteria
- Atypical Mycobacterial Infection
- NTM Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A310: Pulmonary mycobacterial infection
- A319: Mycobacterial infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bone Infection
- Osteomyelitis
- Infected Bone
- Bone Inflammation
- Bone Infection Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M869: Osteomyelitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Local Skin Infection
- Skin Infection
- Skin bacterial infection
- Subcutaneous tissue infection
- Localized skin infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L089: Local infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Peritoneal Abscess
- Abscess
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Abdominal abscess
- Intra-abdominal abscess
- Pus pocket in abdomen
ICD-10 Codes:
- K651: Peritoneal abscess
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Skin infection
- Bacterial skin inflammation
- Acute skin infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0390: Cellulitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Latent Tuberculosis
- Tuberculosis
- Inactive TB
- Latent TB Infection
- Hidden TB
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z227: Latent tuberculosis
Also known as:
- Intestine Diverticulitis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Bowel Diverticula
- Bowel Diverticular Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5792: Diverticulitis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Skin Problems
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Skin Conditions
- Skin Issues from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Skin Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11628: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin complications
Also known as:
- Pyogenic Arthritis
- Infectious Arthritis
- Pus-forming Arthritis
- Septic Arthritis
- Bacterial Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M009: Pyogenic arthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bronchitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Chest cold
- Inflammation of bronchial tubes
- Acute bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Spinal Disc Inflammation
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Discitis
- Inflamed Spinal Disc
- Intervertebral Disc Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4640: Discitis, unspecified, site unspecified
Also known as:
- C. diff Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Clostridioides difficile infection
- Clostridium difficile colitis
- C. difficile-associated diarrhea
ICD-10 Codes:
- A0472: Enterocolitis due to Clostridium difficile, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Fungal Infection
- Mycosis
- Mold Infection
- Yeast Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B49: Unspecified mycosis
Which procedures does Dr. Alvarado perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Fernando Alvarado may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Alvarado's office.
Does Dr. Alvarado accept my insurance?
Dr. Alvarado accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (407) 830-5577 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alvarado accept in Altamonte Springs, FL?
Dr. Alvarado in Altamonte Springs, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Florida
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Where is Dr. Alvarado's office located?
Dr. Fernando Alvarado's Primary Practice
685 Palm Springs Dr Ste 2A
Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
(407) 830-5577
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American College of Physicians
Fellow
Infectious Disease Society of America
Member
Seminole County Medical Society
Member
American Academy of HIV Medicine
Member
Florida Infectious Disease Society
Member
What is Dr. Alvarado's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alvarado's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073513958.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alvarado?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alvarado
What is Dr. Fernando Alvarado's specialty?
Dr. Alvarado is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Altamonte Springs, FL.
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Contact Dr. Alvarado to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Fernando Alvarado affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Alvarado is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Adventhealth Orlando. 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?
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Is Fernando Alvarado accepting new patients in Altamonte Springs, FL?
Yes, Dr. Fernando Alvarado is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fernando Alvarado offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alvarado's office at (407) 830-5577 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fernando Alvarado?
Please contact Dr. Alvarado's office at (407) 830-5577 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Fernando Alvarado have?
Dr. Fernando Alvarado is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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