Summary

Dr. Alves graduated from the Vanderbilt University,University of Alabama School of Medicine in 2001. She works in San Antonio, TX and 2 other locations and specializes in Nephrology and Internal Medicine. Dr. Alves is affiliated with CHRISTUS SANTA ROSA HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER.

Quick Facts

  • 3
  • 25 years of experience
  • 65 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Boston University School of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 7 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Tahira Palmer Alves has 7 locations

San Antonio Kidney Disease Center Physicians Group

10010 Rogers Xing Ste 210San Antonio, TX 78251
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

Baptist Emergency Hospital

16088 San Pedro AveHill Country Village, TX 78232

Christus Santa Rosa Hospital Medical Center

2827 Babcock RdSan Antonio, TX 78229

Audie L Murphy Va Hospital

7400 Merton Minter StSan Antonio, TX 78229

Methodist Hospital

7700 Floyd Curl DrSan Antonio, TX 78229

Us Renal Care Inc

12011 State Highway 151San Antonio, TX 78251
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

Davita Roadrunner Dialysis 11513

5010 Wiseman BlvdSan Antonio, TX 78251
Mon4:00 am - 7:00 pm
TueClosed
Wed4:00 am - 7:00 pm
ThuClosed
Fri4:00 am - 7:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Tahira Palmer Alves, MDDr. Abhijeet Goyal, MDDr. Jingyin Yan, MDDr. Jayanti Venkatesan, MD
NephrologyNephrologyNephrologyNephrology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
4.7 
25 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Hindi, Urdu Speaks English, Mandarin Speaks English
San Antonio , TXSan Antonio , TXSugar Land , TXWebster , TX
Med School: Vanderbilt University Med School: Kasturba Medical College Manipal
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Tahira Palmer Alves

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna - POS
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - POS
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - PPO
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare
  • Community First Health Plans
  • Devoted Health
  • Devoted Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • MVP Health Care
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Oscar Health Insurance - PPO
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Provider Partners Health Plan
  • South Country Health Alliance
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Tahira Palmer Alves has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Tahira Palmer Alves has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
  • Chronic Renal Disease
  • Dialysis
  • End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)
  • Hemodialysis
  • Internal Medicine
  • Kidney Biopsy
  • Urinalysis

Certifications, License, & Education

25 Years Experience

Dr. Tahira Palmer Alves holds an active medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Boston University School of Medicine in 2005.

Medical School

Graduated from Vanderbilt University in 2009 and University Of Alabama School Of Medicine in 2001.

NPI Number

Dr. Alves' NPI number is 1003913617.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What languages does Dr. Tahira Alves speak?
Dr. Tahira Alves speaks English and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Dr. Tahira Alves affiliated with?
Dr. Tahira Alves is affiliated with CHRISTUS SANTA ROSA HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER.

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