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Dr. Joseph Alvarado, MD
Tucson, AZ
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Alvarado, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Joseph Alvarado, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Alvarado completed his residency at Univ Il Hosp & Cli, General Surgery. Dr. Alvarado is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alvarado’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alvarado’s office at (520) 209-7000.
Where did Dr. Alvarado go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Il Hosp & Cli, General Surgery | University Il Hospital and Cli
Medical School: University of Az Collage of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Alvarado speak?
Dr. Alvarado and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Alvarado typically treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis from Other Organisms
- Acute Bronchitis
- Infectious Bronchitis
- Chest Cold
- Bronchial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J208: Acute bronchitis due to other specified organisms
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:
- Sudden Bladder Inflammation with Blood in Urine
- Bladder Disease
- Urine and Urination
- Acute Bladder Infection with Blood
- Cystitis with Hematuria
- Bloody Urine from Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3001: Acute cystitis with hematuria
Also known as:
- Seasonal Allergies
- Allergy
- Hay fever
- Seasonal allergic rhinitis
- Pollen allergy
ICD-10 Codes:
- J302: Other seasonal allergic rhinitis
What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Alvarado typically perform?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Alvarado may include:
Please contact Dr. Alvarado's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Alvarado accept my insurance?
Dr. Alvarado accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 209-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alvarado accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Alvarado in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Christian Healthcare Ministries
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Alvarado's office located?
Dr. Joseph Alvarado's Primary Practice
4001 E Sunrise Dr Ste 121
Tucson, AZ 85718
(520) 209-7000
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 1568456176.
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. Joseph Alvarado's specialty?
Dr. Alvarado is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Tucson, AZ.
What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?
A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.
Is this Dr. Joseph 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: Mount Graham Regional Medical Center. 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
When to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner). 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 Joseph Alvarado accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Alvarado is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Alvarado offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alvarado's office at (520) 209-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Alvarado?
Please contact Dr. Alvarado's office at (520) 209-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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