MELQUIADES ALVAREZ MD – NPI #1972525459
Radiology
A radiologist who is proficient in all forms of diagnostic imaging as it pertains to the treatment of diseases in the newborn, infant, child and adolescent. This specialist has knowledge of both imaging and interventional procedures related to the care and management of diseases of children. A pediatric radiologist must be highly knowledgeable of all organ systems as they relate to growth and development, congenital malformations, diseases peculiar to infants and children and diseases that begin in childhood but cause substantial residual impairment in adulthood.
MELQUIADES ALVAREZ is a radiologist located in MIAMI, FL. NPPES has assigned the NPI number 1972525459 to MELQUIADES ALVAREZ on July 24, 2006. It is a Type-1 NPI, indicating this NPI number is associated with an individual. The primary taxonomy selected by this provider is 2085P0229X from the Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set, which is classified as Radiology, specializing in Pediatric Radiology
The NPI profile was previously updated about 10 years ago on Apr 15, 2016. Use the NPI data found here to bill health insurance companies, identify providers enrolled in Medicare and Medicaid services or other HIPAA compliant transactions. See the complete NPI profile for MELQUIADES ALVAREZ below.
NPI Profile for
MELQUIADES ALVAREZ
(about 20 years ago)
RADIOLOGY DEPARTMENT
MIAMI, FL 33155-3009 Phone: (305) 662-8293 Fax: (305) 667-8689
MIAMI, FL 33255-7367 Phone: (305) 662-8293 Fax: (305) 667-8689
Identifiers for MELQUIADES ALVAREZ
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| Description | Issuer | State | Identifier |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEDICAID | FL | 257798400 |
A taxonomy code is a code that describes the health care service provider's type, classification, and the area of specialization. The primary specialty for this provider is indicated as (Primary) below.
| Taxonomy Classification / Specialization | State | License |
|---|---|---|
| 2085P0229X - Radiology / Pediatric Radiology (Primary) |
FL | ME78376 |
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Additional Information
- Refer to Part B
- Order Durable Medical Equipment
- Refer to Home Health Agency
- Order Power Mobility Devices
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