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Dr. Sonia Alvarez, MD

Metairie, LA

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Alvarez, Family Medicine Specialist in Metairie, LA?

    Dr. Sonia Alvarez, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Metairie, LA. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Alvarez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alvarez’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alvarez’s office at (504) 872-9679.

    What languages does Dr. Alvarez speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Alvarez treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Alvarez 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. Alvarez. 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:

    • Pressure Sores
    • Bedsores
    • Decubitus Ulcers
    • Pressure Ulcers

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89324: Pressure ulcer of left buttock, stage 4
    • L89313: Pressure ulcer of right buttock, stage 3

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
    • Urological Device Fitting
    • Bladder Device Adjustment
    • Catheter Fitting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers
    • Vascular Disease
    • Venous Hypertension Ulcers
    • High Venous Pressure with Sores

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I87312: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of left lower extremity

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic nerve damage
    • Diabetes-related nerve pain
    • Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Alvarez perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sonia Alvarez may include:

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

    Does Dr. Alvarez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alvarez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 872-9679 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alvarez accept in Metairie, LA?

    Dr. Alvarez in Metairie, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Alvarez's office located?

    Dr. Sonia Alvarez's Primary Practice

    3800 Houma Blvd Ste 305

    Metairie, LA 70006

    (504) 872-9679

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

    Dr. Alvarez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134129760.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alvarez?

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

    What is Dr. Sonia Alvarez's specialty?

    Dr. Alvarez is a Family Medicine Specialist near Metairie, LA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Alvarez to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Sonia Alvarez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Alvarez 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine 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 Sonia Alvarez accepting new patients in Metairie, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Sonia Alvarez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sonia Alvarez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alvarez's office at (504) 872-9679 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sonia Alvarez?

    Please contact Dr. Alvarez's office at (504) 872-9679 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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