Summary

Dr. Alan Urbina-Alvarez is a gastroenterologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the digestive system. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Autónoma de Sinaloa in Culiacan, Mexico, before completing his residency at John H. Stroger Jr. Hospital of Cook County in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Urbina-Alvarez further advanced his expertise through a fellowship at the same prestigious institution. He provides care in English to serve his patients effectively.

Dr. Urbina-Alvarez practices at Franciscan Digestive Care Associates in Tacoma, Washington, where he focuses on treating common digestive concerns. He has experience managing colon polyps, hemorrhoids, and acid reflux disease. His clinical expertise includes performing diagnostic pathology tests, kidney transplant biopsies, and nerve biopsies to help patients receive accurate diagnoses. Patients rate Dr. Urbina-Alvarez 5.0 out of 5 stars, reflecting their confidence in his compassionate care and clinical skills.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 49 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • John. H. Stroger Jr. Hospital of Cook County, Chicago, IL
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Franciscan Digestive Care Associates - Pearl Place

6002 Westgate Blvd Ste 230Tacoma, WA 98406
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Alan Urbina-Alvarez, MDJi Soo Choi, APRNDr. David Justin Owens, MDDr. Mark Blaine Potter, MD
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyHospital Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
25 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Korean, Spanish, English
Tacoma , WASACRAMENTO , CAOlympia , WATacoma , WA
Med School: Universidad Autónoma de Sinaloa, Culiacan, Mexico Med School: New York University Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Alan Urbina-Alvarez

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • American Healthcare Alliance
  • AmeriGroup
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Plan of Washington
  • First Choice Health
  • GEHA
  • Group Health Cooperative
  • Hawaii Medical Assurance Association (HMAA)
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Optum Health
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • Pan-American Life Insurance Group
  • Providence Health Plans
  • Regence Blue Shield of Washington
  • Regence BlueShield
  • Sierra Health and Life
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • US Family Health Plan
  • Wellcare
  • Zenith

Medical Specialties

Alan Urbina-Alvarez has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Alan Urbina-Alvarez has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

Alan Urbina-Alvarez holds an active medical license in the state of Washington.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Washington that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at John. H. Stroger Jr. Hospital of Cook County, Chicago, IL.

Residency

Completed their residency at John H. Stroger Jr. Hospital of Cook County, Chicago, IL.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad Autónoma de Sinaloa, Culiacan, Mexico.

NPI Number

Alan Urbina-Alvarez's NPI number is 1316389711.

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Alan Urbina-Alvarez's office is located at 6002 Westgate Blvd Ste 230, Tacoma, WA, 98406.
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