Summary

Dr. John Alvarez is a gastroenterologist who focuses on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system. He earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center and completed his residency training at University Hospital. Dr. Alvarez speaks English and serves patients throughout the San Antonio area.

Dr. Alvarez practices at multiple locations including University Hospital and other facilities in San Antonio and Temple, Texas. He specializes in treating conditions such as colon polyps, upper gastrointestinal bleeding, and hemorrhoids. His expertise includes performing colonoscopies and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy procedures to help diagnose digestive health issues. Patients rate Dr. Alvarez 4.6 out of 5 stars for his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 74 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Hospital
  • 11 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 7 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. John J. Alvarez has 7 locations

University Hospital

4502 Medical DrSan Antonio, TX 78229

Baylor Scott And White Medical Center Temple

2401 S 31st StTemple, TX 76508
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

San Antonio - Downtown

520 E Euclid AveSan Antonio, TX 78212

San Antonio Gastroenterology Associates

2833 BABCOCK RD STE 120SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229
Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Kindred Hospital San Antonio Central

111 Dallas StSan Antonio, TX 78205

Methodist Hospital Metropolitan

1310 Mccullough AveSan Antonio, TX 78212

San Antonio - Medical Center

2833 Babcock Rd Ste 100San Antonio, TX 78229

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4.6 
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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
San Antonio , TXMontgomery , ALTempe , AZSACRAMENTO , CA
Med School: University of Texas Health Science Center Med School: Georgia State University Med School: Charles R Drew University Med School: Emory University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John J. Alvarez

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicaid
  • Aetna - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Allwell
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - EPO
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Ascension Health
  • Ascension Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Bridgeway Health Solutions
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Clover Health
  • Community First Health Plans
  • Devoted Health
  • Devoted Health - Medicare
  • Driscoll Health Plan
  • Empire Plan
  • Gateway Health
  • Golden Rule
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • HealthSmart
  • Home State Health Plan
  • Home State Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Optimum HealthCare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Provider Partners Health Plan
  • Sana
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Texas Independence Health Plan (TIHP)
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance - Federal Employees Program
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - IPA
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare
  • WPS Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. John J. Alvarez has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John J. Alvarez has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Texas Health Science Center.

NPI Number

Dr. Alvarez's NPI number is 1255692083.

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Dr. John Alvarez is affiliated with University Hospital.
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Dr. John Alvarez's office is located at 4502 Medical Dr, San Antonio, TX, 78229.
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