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24 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Alder, Internist in Kerrville, TX?
Dr. Lawrence Alder, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Kerrville, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Alder completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Hematology/Oncology; Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Internal Medicine; Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Alder is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alder’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alder’s office at (830) 257-5500.
Where did Dr. Alder go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Hematology/Oncology; Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Internal Medicine; Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Alder board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Lawrence Alder, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Alder speak?
Dr. Alder and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Alder typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Alder 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. Alder. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Alder typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Lawrence Alder may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Alder's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Alder accept my insurance?
Dr. Alder accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (830) 257-5500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alder accept in Kerrville, TX?
Dr. Alder in Kerrville, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Alder's office located?
Dr. Lawrence Alder's Primary Practice
144 Fairway Dr Ste A
Kerrville, TX 78028
(830) 257-5500
What is Dr. Alder's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alder's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023027182.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alder?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alder
What is Dr. Lawrence Alder's specialty?
Dr. Alder is a Internist near Kerrville, TX.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Lawrence Alder affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Alder is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ut Health San Antonio - Multispecialty & Research 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Lawrence Alder accepting new patients in Kerrville, TX?
Yes, Dr. Lawrence Alder is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lawrence Alder offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alder's office at (830) 257-5500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lawrence Alder?
Please contact Dr. Alder's office at (830) 257-5500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lawrence Alder have?
Dr. Lawrence Alder is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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