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. 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 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 as a 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 a Hematologist like Dr. Alvarnas typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
What procedures does a Hematologist like Dr. Alvarnas typically perform?
As a Hematologist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Alvarnas may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Alvarnas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
H & R Block
Medicare
Not Specified
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Alvarnas' office located?
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.
What does a Hematologist do?
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.
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
When to see a Hematologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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