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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Overview based on verified provider data

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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SurgeryNurse PractitionerNurse PractitionerNurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.4 
37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Tucson , AZTucson , AZTucson , AZTucson , AZ
Med School: University Of Arizona College 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

Dr. Joseph Anthony Alvarado holds an active medical license in the state of Arizona.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Arizona College Of Medicine in 1989.

NPI Number

Dr. Alvarado's NPI number is 1568456176.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Dr. Joseph Anthony Alvarado is affiliated with Northwest Medical Center.
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