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PAOLA IVETTE ALVAREZ MD
NPI 1528200938
Internal Medicine in El Paso, TX

Active since March 31, 2009PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1625 MEDICAL CENTER DR LOWR LEVEL, EL PASO, TX 79902(915) 546-9200 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 23, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 23, 2026, Sep 24, 2024 (2 updates tracked since 2024).

About Paola Ivette Alvarez Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

PAOLA IVETTE ALVAREZ MD (NPI 1528200938) is an individual internal medicine provider in El Paso, Texas, licensed in Texas (Q9113) and active in the NPI registry since March 2009. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Sierra Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1528200938
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NamePAOLA IVETTE ALVAREZCredential: MD
Location Address1625 MEDICAL CENTER DR LOWR LEVELEl Paso, TX 79902-5005
Mailing Address3000 N Halsted St, Suite 509Chicago, IL 60657-5188 · (773) 296-5090
Phone(915) 546-9200
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2005
Enumeration DateMarch 31, 2009
Last NPPES UpdateApril 23, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 23, 2026
✔ NPI 1528200938 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · Q9113
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Also ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License Q9113 (TX)
1625 MEDICAL CENTER DR LOWR LEVEL, El Paso, TX 79902
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc..Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Paola Ivette Alvarez Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID2466686571
PECOS Enrollment IDI20161215002027
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency– Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 4

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
351 services126 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
96 services60 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
90 services89 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
49 services49 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Sierra Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · El Paso, TX
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number450668
Location1625 Medical Center DrEl Paso, TX 79902 · El Paso County
Emergency services

The Hospitals Of Providence Horizon City Campus

Acute Care Hospitals · Horizon City, TX
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number670124
Location13600 Horizon Street, Suite 100Horizon City, TX 79928 · El Paso County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 79902 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$126.40 typical visit price
range $54.84 – $166.88
Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$97.05 typical visit price
range $17.52 – $136.11
Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 5

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Enteral feeding supply kit; pump fed, per day, includes but not limited to feeding/flushing syringe, administration set tubing, dressings, tape B4035
Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N
1 supplier12 claims360 services$4.25 avg. paid by Medicare
Enteral formula, nutritionally complete with intact nutrients, includes proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, may include fiber, administered through an enteral feeding tube, 100 calories = 1 unit B4150
Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB006N
1 supplier12 claims6,156 services$0.32 avg. paid by Medicare
Enteral nutrition infusion pump, any type B9002
Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB005N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$57.05 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier16 claims16 services$59.08 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; home compressor used to fill portable oxygen cylinders; includes portable containers, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing K0738
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
1 supplier16 claims16 services$27.56 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Paola Alvarez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Paola Alvarez is 1528200938. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 31, 2009.

Where is Paola Alvarez located?

Paola Alvarez practices at 1625 Medical Center Dr Lowr Level, El Paso, TX 79902. The listed phone number is (915) 546-9200.

What is Paola Alvarez's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Paola Alvarez enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Paola Alvarez is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Paola Alvarez accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Imperial Insurance Companies, Inc. list Paola Alvarez as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Paola Alvarez affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Paola Alvarez is affiliated with Sierra Medical Center and The Hospitals Of Providence Horizon City Campus.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Paola Alvarez was last updated on April 23, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.