Summary

Dr. Nitza I. Alvarez is the oldest of 10 siblings, something which has shaped the way she approaches every aspect of her working life.

Born in Ponce, Puerto Rico, she completed medical school with honors, becoming a member of Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society – Gamma Chapter. Her membership in such a prestigious professional medical organization was recognized for her continued excellence in scholarship and her demonstration of the highest ideals in the profession of medicine. It’s a passion for her work that she still holds to this day.

After completing her formal studies, she moved to Albany, NY, where she completed her residency in Internal Medicine, and a fellowship in cardiovascular diseases. It was at this point that she chose to move to Florida, where she has been providing leading preventive care for her patients ever since.

She is proud to be Board Certified in Cardiovascular Disease by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM), in Adult Echocardiography by the American Society of Echocardiography (ASE), and in Nuclear Cardiology by the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology (ASNC). In addition, she is a professional member of the American College of Cardiology (ACC), the American Heart Association | American Stroke Association (AHA-ASA), ASE, and ASNC.

Dr. Alvarez has a long interest in the specialist area of women’s heart disease and shares a special interest in the management of arrhythmias and preventive cardiovascular medicine. As an avid runner, she believes passionately that a preventive approach to medicine needs to be built on a healthy lifestyle.
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Office Locations

Dr. Nitza I Alvarez has 2 locations

Tri-County Heart Institute PA

1501 N US Highway 441 Ste 1106Lady Lake, FL 32159

Tri-County Heart Institute PA

26218 US Highway 27 Ste 103Leesburg, FL 34748
Mon9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 2:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 23 years of experience
  • 53 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Albany Medical Center
  • 132 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 3 specialties
  • 23 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

    • Vitals Preferred Provider Award
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Nitza I Alvarez

  • Accepts Medicare
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • America's 1st Choice
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Banner Health
  • Banner Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare)
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Devoted Health
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida - HMO
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida - PPO
  • Freedom Health
  • Freedom Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - POS
  • Humana - PPO
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Mercy Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • MVP Health Care
  • Optimum HealthCare
  • Optimum HealthCare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Oscar Health Insurance - PPO
  • Tricare
  • Ultimate Health Plans
  • Ultimate Health Plans - HMO
  • Ultimate Health Plans - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - IPA
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Nitza I Alvarez has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Nitza I Alvarez has the following 23 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Blood Clot (Thrombosis)
  • Cardiology
  • Diabetic Vascular Disease
  • Fainting (Syncope)
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • Heart Murmurs
  • Heart Septal Defects
  • High Cholesterol
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Hyperlipidemias
  • Hypertension
  • Pericardiocentesis
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina
  • Women's Health
  • Women's Heart Disease

Certifications, License, & Education

23 Years Experience

Dr. Nitza I Alvarez holds an active medical license in the state of Florida. They are board certified in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Disease by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine and board certified in Cardiovascular Disease by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Florida that expires in 2028.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Albany Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad Central Del Caribe in 2003.

NPI Number

Dr. Alvarez's NPI number is 1659491983.

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Where is Dr. Nitza Alvarez's office located?
Dr. Nitza Alvarez's office is located at 1501 N US Highway 441 Ste 1106, Lady Lake, FL, 32159.
Which hospitals is Dr. Nitza Alvarez affiliated with?
Dr. Nitza Alvarez is affiliated with Uf Health Leesburg Hospital.
Does Dr. Nitza Alvarez accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Yes, Dr. Nitza Alvarez accepts virtual/telehealth appointments. Click the virtual visit button on their Vitals profile.
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