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Dr. Alfredo Chavez, MD

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Dr. Alfredo Chavez, MD

El Paso, TX

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients
Telehealth

    Who is Dr. Chavez, Gastroenterologist in El Paso, TX?

    Dr. Alfredo Chavez, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in El Paso, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Chavez graduated from Universidad Autonoma De Ciudad Juarez and completed his residency at Scott & White Mem Hosp, Gastroenterology; Tx Tech U Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine; St Barnabas Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chavez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chavez’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chavez’s office at (915) 532-2445.

    Where did Dr. Chavez go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Scott & White Mem Hosp, Gastroenterology; Tx Tech U Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine; St Barnabas Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Tex Tech Health Science Center Thomason Genl Hospital | St Barnabas Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University Auto De Ciudad Juarez, Esc De Med, Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua | Universidad Autonoma De Ciudad Juarez | Universidad AutÛnoma de Chihuahua Facultad de Medicina

    Is Dr. Chavez board certified in Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Alfredo Chavez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Chavez speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Chavez treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Chavez 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. Chavez. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • GERD with Esophagitis
    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • GERD
    • Reflux Esophagitis
    • Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
    • Heartburn with Esophagus Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
    • Stomach or Duodenum Polyp
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastric Conditions
    • Duodenal Conditions
    • Digestive System Disorders
    • Gastric Polyp
    • Duodenal Polyp
    • Stomach Growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
    • K317: Polyp of stomach and duodenum

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Esophageal Obstruction
    • Food Pipe Blockage
    • Swallowing Difficulty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K222: Esophageal obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Polyp
    • Rectal Disorder
    • Rectal Growth
    • Colon Polyp
    • Benign Rectal Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K621: Rectal polyp

    Also known as:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulosis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Diverticular Disease
    • Colon Diverticula
    • Pockets in the Colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Other Intestinal Condition
    • Colonic Disease
    • Small Intestine Disorder
    • Bowel Conditions
    • Gut Problems
    • Digestive Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K6389: Other specified diseases of intestine

    Also known as:

    • Other Esophagus Condition
    • Barrett's Esophagus
    • Esophagitis
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Barrett’s Esophagus
    • Various esophageal diseases
    • Miscellaneous esophagus problems
    • Other food pipe issues
    • Barrett's condition
    • Esophageal metaplasia
    • Inflammation of the Esophagus
    • Sore Esophagus
    • Esophageal Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2289: Other specified disease of esophagus
    • K2270: Barrett's esophagus without dysplasia
    • K2090: Esophagitis, unspecified without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Rectal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs
    • Anal Bleeding
    • Blood in Stool
    • Lower GI Bleed

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena
    • K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum

    Also known as:

    • Other Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Other gastritis types
    • Various stomach inflammations
    • Uncommon gastritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2960: Other gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
    • Constipation
    • Functional Constipation
    • Unexplained Chronic Constipation
    • Long-Term Constipation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation

    Also known as:

    • Second Degree Hemorrhoids
    • Hemorrhoids
    • Internal hemorrhoids that prolapse
    • Grade 2 hemorrhoids
    • Moderate hemorrhoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K641: Second degree hemorrhoids

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Change in Bowel Habits
    • Bowel Movement
    • Altered Bowel Habits
    • Irregular Bowel Movements
    • Changes in Pooping

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R194: Change in bowel habit

    Also known as:

    • Bleeding Diverticulosis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Diverticular Bleeding
    • Large Intestine Diverticulosis with Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding from Diverticula

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5731: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess with bleeding

    Does Dr. Chavez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chavez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (915) 532-2445 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chavez accept in El Paso, TX?

    Dr. Chavez in El Paso, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Chavez's office located?

    Dr. Alfredo Chavez also offers virtual visits

    Dr. Alfredo Chavez's Primary Practice

    1625 Medical Center Dr

    El Paso, TX 79902

    (915) 532-2445

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    Dr. Alfredo Chavez's Practice 2

    2001 N Oregon St

    El Paso, TX 79902

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    Dr. Alfredo Chavez's Practice 3

    2000 Transmountain Rd Ste 200

    El Paso, TX 79911

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

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    Office Experience

    100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    60% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Appointment Booking

    100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Alfredo Chavez an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Chavez has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Chavez, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Chavez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689645913.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chavez?

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

    What is Dr. Alfredo Chavez's specialty?

    Dr. Chavez is a Gastroenterologist near El Paso, TX. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Chavez to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alfredo Chavez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Chavez 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 Gastroenterologist?

    Explore Gastroenterologist 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 Alfredo Chavez accepting new patients in El Paso, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Alfredo Chavez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alfredo Chavez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chavez's office at (915) 532-2445 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alfredo Chavez?

    Please contact Dr. Chavez's office at (915) 532-2445 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alfredo Chavez have?

    Dr. Alfredo Chavez is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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