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Dr. John Alvarez, MD

Gastroenterology
4.6 (32)
Map Pin Small San Antonio, TX
Accepting new patients
11 years of experience

Offers telehealth

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Overview of Dr. John Alvarez, MD

Dr. John Alvarez, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in San Antonio, TX. They specialize in Gastroenterology, has 11 years of experience, and is board certified in Gastroenterology. They graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio Long School of Medicine and is affiliated with Methodist Specialty And Transplant Hospital, Methodist Hospital, Baptist Medical Center and St. Lukes Baptist Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Alvarez an average 4.6 star rating.

Dr. Alvarez works at San Antonio Gastroenterology Associates: Downtown in San Antonio, TX. They frequently treat conditions like Pancreatitis and Gallstones along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Anthem, CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield and Humana Health Plan of Texas as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Dr. Alvarez's Office Locations

  1. 1
    San Antonio Gastroenterology Associates: Downtown
    520 E Euclid Ave, San Antonio, TX 78212 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (210) 866-3466
  2. 2
    San Antonio Gastroenterology Associates: Medical Center
    2833 Babcock Rd Ste 100, San Antonio, TX 78229 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (830) 272-7087

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    Insurance Accepted

    • Anthem
    • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • Humana Health Plan of Texas
    • Medicaid
    • Medicare of Texas
    • Midwest Health Plan
    • Molina Healthcare
    • Mutual of Omaha
    • Oscar Health
    • Veteran Administration Plan

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    Ratings & Reviews

    4.6
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    About Dr. John Alvarez, MD

    Specialties
    • Gastroenterology
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 11 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Spanish
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    Gender
    • Male
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    NPI Number
    • 1255692083
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio Long School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
    Board Certifications
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • Methodist Specialty And Transplant Hospital
    • Methodist Hospital
    • Baptist Medical Center
    • St. Lukes Baptist Hospital

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    Dr. John Alvarez, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Alvarez is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Alvarez has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Alvarez works at San Antonio Gastroenterology Associates: Downtown in San Antonio, TX. View the full address on Dr. Alvarez’s profile.

    Dr. Alvarez has seen patients for Pancreatitis and Gallstones, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Alvarez on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    32 patients have reviewed Dr. Alvarez. The overall rating for this provider is 4.6. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Alvarez.

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