34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alvarez-Aquino, Pulmonologist in Jacksonville, FL?
Dr. Francisco Alvarez-Aquino, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Jacksonville, FL. He has been practicing for over 34 years. Dr. Alvarez-Aquino graduated from Universidad Federico Henriquez y Carvajal (UFHEC) Facultad de Medicina and completed his residency at St Barnabas Hospital Program. Dr. Alvarez-Aquino is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alvarez-Aquino’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alvarez-Aquino’s office at (904) 953-2000.
Where did Dr. Alvarez-Aquino go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Barnabas Hospital Program
Medical School: Universidad Federico Henriquez y Carvajal (UFHEC) Facultad de Medicina
What languages does Dr. Alvarez-Aquino speak?
Dr. Alvarez-Aquino and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Alvarez-Aquino typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Alvarez-Aquino 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-Aquino. 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:
- Lung Transplant Aftercare
- Lung Transplantation
- Post-lung transplant care
- Lung recipient follow-up
- Lung transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4824: Encounter for aftercare following lung transplant
Also known as:
- Lung Transplant
- Lung Transplantation
- Pulmonary Transplant
- Lung Graft
- New Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z942: Lung transplant status
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- Lung Scarring
- Fibrotic Lung Disease
- Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Alvarez-Aquino typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Alvarez-Aquino 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. Alvarez-Aquino. 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:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
- Lung Biopsy During Bronchoscopy (Additional Lobe)
- Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
- Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
- Lung Tissue Sample via Scope
- Bronchoscopic Lung Tissue Sample
- Lung Biopsy via Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
- 31632: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), each additional lobe (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Does Dr. Alvarez-Aquino accept my insurance?
Dr. Alvarez-Aquino accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (904) 953-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alvarez-Aquino accept in Jacksonville, FL?
Dr. Alvarez-Aquino in Jacksonville, 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
CareCentrix
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Florida
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Alvarez-Aquino's office located?
What is Dr. Alvarez-Aquino's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alvarez-Aquino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649260571.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alvarez-Aquino?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alvarez-Aquino
What is Dr. Francisco Alvarez-Aquino's specialty?
Dr. Alvarez-Aquino is a Pulmonologist near Jacksonville, FL.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Francisco Alvarez-Aquino affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alvarez-Aquino is affiliated with Mayo Building & Hospital - Florida, Spartanburg Regional Medical Center 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 a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Francisco Alvarez-Aquino accepting new patients in Jacksonville, FL?
Yes, Dr. Francisco Alvarez-Aquino is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Francisco Alvarez-Aquino offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alvarez-Aquino's office at (904) 953-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Francisco Alvarez-Aquino?
Please contact Dr. Alvarez-Aquino's office at (904) 953-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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