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Dr. Alvin Tenchavez, MD

Albertville, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tenchavez, Internist in Albertville, AL?

    Dr. Alvin Tenchavez, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Albertville, AL. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Tenchavez is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tenchavez’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tenchavez’s office at (256) 593-1234.

    Is Dr. Tenchavez board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Alvin Tenchavez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Tenchavez speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    • Tagalog

    What conditions does Dr. Tenchavez treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Tenchavez 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. Tenchavez. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
    • Special Medical Visits
    • Unusual Doctor Appointments
    • Healthcare for Unique Situations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    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:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety
    • Nervousness
    • Worry
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R450: Nervousness

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
    • Sinusitis
    • Acute maxillary sinusitis
    • Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Tenchavez perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Alvin Tenchavez may include:

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

    Does Dr. Tenchavez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tenchavez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 593-1234 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tenchavez accept in Albertville, AL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • State of Massachusetts

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sunrise Senior Living

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Tenchavez's office located?

    Dr. Alvin Tenchavez's Primary Practice

    3442 US Highway 431

    Albertville, AL 35950

    (256) 593-1234

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

    Dr. Tenchavez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225023211.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tenchavez?

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

    What is Dr. Alvin Tenchavez's specialty?

    Dr. Tenchavez is a Internist near Albertville, AL.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Tenchavez to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alvin Tenchavez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tenchavez is affiliated with UAB Hospital, DeKalb Regional Medical Center, Huntsville Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist 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 Alvin Tenchavez accepting new patients in Albertville, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Alvin Tenchavez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alvin Tenchavez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tenchavez's office at (256) 593-1234 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alvin Tenchavez?

    Please contact Dr. Tenchavez's office at (256) 593-1234 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alvin Tenchavez have?

    Dr. Alvin Tenchavez is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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