Summary

Dr. Alex Efird is an internal medicine physician who completed his medical education at Touro University California College of Osteopathic Medicine. He finished his residency training at University of Washington affiliated hospitals in 2002, specializing in internal medicine. With 27 years of medical experience, Dr. Efird is board certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He provides care in English.

Dr. Efird practices at Swedish Medical Center First Hill Campus and sees patients at Swedish First Hill Primary Care in Seattle, Washington. He treats patients with joint pain, pregnancy-related back pain, and back problems in children and teenagers. His approach to patient care includes coordinating physical therapy, strength training programs, and hands-on therapeutic techniques. Patients rate Dr. Efird 4.9 out of 5 stars on average for his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 27 years of experience
  • 34 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine
  • 591 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 22 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me
  • Provided follow-up after the visit

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Swedish First Hill Primary Care

515 Minor Ave Ste 300Seattle, WA 98104
Mon7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 6:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Speaks English Speaks English, Urdu, Sindhi Speaks English, French, Bambara Speaks English
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Med School: Tucom-Ca Med School: Dow Medical College Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Alex C Efird

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Plan of Washington
  • First Choice Health
  • GEHA
  • Group Health Cooperative - HMO
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • Regence BlueShield
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthOne

Medical Specialties

Alex C Efird has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Alex C Efird has the following 22 areas of expertise

  • Acne (Acne Vulgaris)
  • Allergy
  • Alternative Medicine
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Arthritis
  • Check-up
  • Cholesterol Management
  • Colon Cancer
  • Depression
  • Diabetes
  • Heartburn
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Immunization
  • Osteoporosis
  • Physical
  • Sinus Infection (Sinusitis)
  • Smoking Cessation
  • Sports Injuries
  • Sports Medicine
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

Alex C Efird holds an active medical license in the state of Washington. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Washington that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine, University of Washington School of Medicine Program, University Of Wa Affiliated Hospital in 2002, and University Of Wa Affiliated Hosps in 2002.

Medical School

Graduated from Tucom-Ca in 1999, University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca in 1999, and University of California in 1999.

NPI Number

Alex C Efird's NPI number is 1669469144.

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Which hospitals is Alex Efird affiliated with?
Alex Efird is affiliated with Swedish Medical Center First Hill Campus.
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