Summary

Dr. Joseph Alvarado brings extensive expertise to surgery and family medicine, having practiced for 37 years since earning his medical degree from the University of Arizona College of Medicine. He completed his residency training at the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System, building a strong foundation in comprehensive patient care. His dual specialization allows him to provide both surgical interventions and primary care services to patients across all age groups.

Dr. Alvarado practices at multiple locations throughout Tucson, Arizona, and maintains an affiliation with Northwest Medical Center. He frequently treats upper respiratory infections and respiratory problems, helping patients recover from common illnesses that affect breathing and overall comfort. His practice also focuses on managing frequent infections in children, providing specialized care for young patients who may be prone to recurring health issues. Patients commonly receive services such as urine testing, rapid strep tests, and COVID-19 testing under his care. Dr. Alvarado maintains a patient rating of 3.4 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.4
  • 37 years of experience
  • 89 insurance plans accepted
  • University Of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Joseph Anthony Alvarado has 3 locations

Ina Road Urgent Care

3662 W Ina Rd Ste 150Tucson, AZ 85741
Mon7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sun7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Concentra Tucson East Urgent Care

7119 E Broadway BlvdTucson, AZ 85710
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

Carbon Health Harrison Road

1040 S HARRISON RD STE 120TUCSON, AZ 85748
Mon7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sun7:00 am - 7:00 pm

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SurgeryEmergency MedicineAnesthesiologyPsychiatry
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37 Years of Experience 44 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Tucson , AZTucson , AZMesa , AZTucson , AZ
Med School: University Of Arizona College Of Medicine Med School: Midwestern University-Chicago College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Texas A&M University System Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joseph Anthony Alvarado

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • AmeriGroup
  • APWU
  • Banner Health
  • Banner Health - HMO
  • Banner Health - Medicare
  • Banner Health - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareMore
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • Dean Health Plan
  • Devoted Health
  • EmblemHealth
  • EMI Health
  • First Choice Health
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Florida Health Care Plans
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Choice Arizona - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Net
  • Health Plan of Nevada
  • HealthChoice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Healthlink
  • Healthlink - PPO
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Liberty HealthShare
  • MagnaCare
  • Medica
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Meritain Health
  • Moda Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • Physicians Mutual
  • PreferredOne
  • Priority Health
  • Providence Health Plans
  • Public Employees Health Program (PEHP)
  • Quiktrip
  • SAMBA
  • Sana
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SelectHealth
  • Sierra Health and Life
  • State Farm
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Summit Community Care
  • The Hartford - Workers’ Compensation
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UCare
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - IPA
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • University of Arizona Health Plans
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • Wellcare
  • Zenith

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joseph Anthony Alvarado has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joseph Anthony Alvarado has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Family Medicine
  • Flu (Human Influenza)
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Indigestion
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Arizona, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System

Medical School

University Of Arizona College Of MedicineGraduated in 1989

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Joseph Alvarado accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Joseph Alvarado has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Joseph Alvarado's office located?
Dr. Joseph Alvarado's office is located at 3662 W Ina Rd Ste 150, Tucson, AZ, 85741.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Alvarado?
You can find contact information for Dr. Joseph Alvarado here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. Joseph Alvarado affiliated with?
Dr. Joseph Alvarado is affiliated with Northwest Medical Center.
Does Dr. Joseph Alvarado accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Joseph Alvarado accepts on their Vitals profile.

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