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Dr. Joseph Alvarnas, MD

Dr. Joseph Alvarnas, MD

Duarte, CA

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alvarnas, Hematologist in Duarte, CA?

    Dr. Joseph Alvarnas, MD is a Hematologist, who primarily practices in Duarte, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is a member of the American Society of Hematology (ASH), American Association of Blood Banks (AABB), International Society for Cellular Therapy (ISCT), American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), American Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation (ASBMT), and European Hematology Association (EHA). Dr. Alvarnas is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alvarnas’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alvarnas’s office at (626) 256-4673.

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

    • Fellowship: Bone Marrow Transplantation, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA | Hematology, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA | (Hematology (Internal Medicine)), STANFORD UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER, STANFORD, CA

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca

    Is Dr. Alvarnas board certified in Hematologist?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Alvarnas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2006, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2009

    What languages does Dr. Alvarnas speak?

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

    • English

    • Portuguese

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Alvarnas treat?

    As a Hematologist, Dr. Alvarnas 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. Alvarnas. 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:

    • Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
    • Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Remission
    • Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia in Remission
    • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
    • Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    • Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
    • Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
    • CLL
    • B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
    • Lymphocytic leukemia
    • AML Leukemia in Remission
    • Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia in Remission
    • Acute Myelogenous Leukemia in Remission
    • ALL Leukemia in Remission
    • Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Remission
    • Childhood Leukemia in Remission
    • CML
    • Chronic myelogenous leukemia
    • Philadelphia chromosome positive leukemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
    • C9201: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, in remission
    • C9101: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia, in remission
    • C9210: Chronic myeloid leukemia, BCR/ABL-positive, not having achieved remission

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Myeloma
    • Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Active multiple myeloma
    • Untreated multiple myeloma
    • Plasma cell myeloma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission

    Also known as:

    • Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma
    • Lymphoma
    • DLBCL
    • Large B-cell Lymphoma
    • Aggressive B-cell Lymphoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C8332: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, intrathoracic lymph nodes
    • C8331: Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, lymph nodes of head, face, and neck

    Also known as:

    • Graft-Versus-Host Disease (GVHD)
    • Immune System and Disorder
    • GVHD
    • Transplant Rejection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D89813: Graft-versus-host disease, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Alvarnas perform as a Hematologist?

    As a Hematologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joseph Alvarnas may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Alvarnas' office.

    Does Dr. Alvarnas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alvarnas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 256-4673 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alvarnas accept in Duarte, CA?

    Dr. Alvarnas in Duarte, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Amcare Co

    • Blue Shield of California

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • KinderCare

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Alvarnas' office located?

    Dr. Joseph Alvarnas' Primary Practice

    1500 Duarte Rd

    Duarte, CA 91010

    (626) 256-4673

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    Dr. Joseph Alvarnas' Practice 2

    209 Fair Oaks Ave

    South Pasadena, CA 91030

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Society of Hematology (ASH)

    Member

    American Association of Blood Banks (AABB)

    Member

    International Society for Cellular Therapy (ISCT)

    Member

    American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)

    Member

    American Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation (ASBMT)

    Member

    European Hematology Association (EHA)

    Member

    Awards

    Phi Beta Kappa, Santa Clara University

    Valedictorian, Santa Clara University

    Timothy F. Beckett, Jr., Award for Excellence in Clinical Teaching, S

    Award for Teaching Excellent as a Member of the House staff, Stanford

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

    Dr. Alvarnas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558321745.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alvarnas?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Alvarnas's specialty?

    Dr. Alvarnas is a Hematologist near Duarte, CA. An internist with advanced training specializing in disorders of the blood, spleen, and lymphatic system. This specialist manages conditions such as anemia, clotting disorders, sickle cell disease, hemophilia, leukemia, and lymphoma. Contact Dr. Alvarnas to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Alvarnas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alvarnas is affiliated with City Of Hope - Duarte Cancer Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Hematologist?

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    Is Joseph Alvarnas accepting new patients in Duarte, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Alvarnas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Alvarnas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alvarnas's office at (626) 256-4673 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Alvarnas?

    Please contact Dr. Alvarnas's office at (626) 256-4673 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Alvarnas have?

    Dr. Joseph Alvarnas is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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