Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pena, Family Medicine Specialist in Bensenville, IL?
Dr. Alvaro Pena, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bensenville, IL. He is board certified. Dr. Pena graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his residency at Advocate Christ Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Pena is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pena’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pena’s office at (630) 521-9700.
Where did Dr. Pena go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Advocate Christ Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Advocate Christ Med Center | Advocate Christ Medical Center Program
Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il | UNIVERSITY OF IL COLL OF MEDICINE | University of Illinois College of Medicine
Is Dr. Pena board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Alvaro Pena, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pena speak?
Dr. Pena and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pena typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pena 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. Pena. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pena typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alvaro Pena may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Pena's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pena accept my insurance?
Dr. Pena accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (630) 521-9700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pena accept in Bensenville, IL?
Dr. Pena in Bensenville, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pena's office located?
What is Dr. Pena's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pena's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447220959.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pena?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pena
What is Dr. Alvaro Pena's specialty?
Dr. Pena is a Family Medicine Specialist near Bensenville, IL.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Alvaro Pena affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pena is affiliated with Endeavor Health Elmhurst Hospital, Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, Ascension Alexian Brothers (elk Grove Village, Il), Advocate Lutheran General 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Alvaro Pena accepting new patients in Bensenville, IL?
Yes, Dr. Alvaro Pena is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alvaro Pena offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pena's office at (630) 521-9700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alvaro Pena?
Please contact Dr. Pena's office at (630) 521-9700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alvaro Pena have?
Dr. Alvaro Pena is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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