Summary

Dr. Alma Chavez is a pulmonologist who specializes in treating lung and breathing conditions. She earned her medical degree from the University of New Mexico and completed her residency at the University of New Mexico Children's Hospital in 2007. Dr. Chavez further advanced her expertise through a fellowship at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and Arkansas Children's Hospital, completing her training in 2010. With 22 years of experience in medicine, she provides care in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Chavez practices at Multicare Deaconess Hospital and sees patients in Spokane, Washington. She focuses on treating complex respiratory conditions including cystic fibrosis and respiratory failure. Her diagnostic approach includes comprehensive blood work and specialized tests like sputum cultures to identify infections. Patients have given Dr. Chavez an average rating of 4.8 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in her care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 22 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University or Arkansas for Medical Sciences and AR Childrens Hospital
  • 40 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

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Alma Isela Chavez, MDDr. Donald Duncan Storey, MDDr. James William Mchugh, MDLance Roger Varns
PulmonologyPulmonologyPulmonologyNurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients
4.8 
22 Years of Experience 54 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Russian
Spokane , WASpokane Valley , WASpokane , WASpokane , WA
Med School: University of New Mexico Psychiatry Med School: Oregon Health & Science University School Of Medicine Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Alma Isela Chavez

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna PPO
  • Asuris Northwest Health Medicare Advantage PPO
  • Asuris Northwest Health TRIWEST
  • Blue Cross Of Idaho Health Service Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Of Idaho Health Service Medicare Advantage
  • Cigna PPO
  • Evernorth PPO
  • Ferry County Jail
  • HealthSmart (Interplan) PPO
  • Humana HMO
  • Interwest Health PPO
  • Molina Medicaid
  • Naphcare
  • Pacific Medical Center TRICARE
  • Pacific Source Health Medicare Advantage-HMO
  • Pacific Source Health PPO
  • Premera
  • Premera Medicare Advantage
  • Providence Health Plan
  • Providence Health Plan Medicare Advantage-HMO
  • Regence Blue Shield Of Idaho Medicare Advantage PPO
  • Regence Blue Shield Of Idaho PPO
  • Regence BlueShield Of Washington Medicare Advantage HMO/PPO
  • TriWest - Tricare
  • United Behavioral Health PPO
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Medicaid
  • United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
  • Wellpoint Medicaid
  • Wellpoint Medicare Advantage

Medical Specialties

Alma Isela Chavez has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Alma Isela Chavez has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Cystic Fibrosis
  • Pediatric Pulmonology

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

Alma Isela Chavez holds an expired medical license in the state of Washington.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Washington that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at University or Arkansas for Medical Sciences and AR Childrens Hospital in 2010 and Arkansas Childrens Hospital Pediatric Anesthesiology Program in 2010.

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of New Mexico Childrens Hospital in 2007 and University of New Mexico Childrens Hospital Department of Pediatrics in 2007.

Medical School

Graduated from University of New Mexico Psychiatry in 2004 and University of New Mexico School of Medicine in 2004.

NPI Number

Alma Isela Chavez's NPI number is 1508905522.

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Alma Chavez's office is located at 105 W 8th Ave Ste 660E, Spokane, WA, 99204.
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