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About Dr. Tahira P. Alves
Background and practice information
Dr. Tahira P. Alves is a nephrologist with over 25 years of clinical experience serving patients in the San Antonio, TX area. She completed her medical training at University Of Alabama School Of Medicine and has been in practice since 2001. She currently practices at San Antonio Kidney Disease Center Physicians Group, P.l.l.c..
Dr. Tahira P. Alves's clinical practice focuses on treating patients with fluid retention and heart failure, high blood pressure and chest pain, high blood pressure, and related conditions. In addition to nephrology, she also specializes in internal medicine.
Dr. Tahira P. Alves is in-network with 8 insurance providers, including Aetna, Cigna, HCSC: BCBS Texas, and 5 more. Patients are encouraged to verify coverage with her office before scheduling an appointment.
Additional specialties: Internal Medicine
At a Glance
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2 locations
San Antonio Kidney Disease Center Physicians Group, P.L.L.C.
Primary10010 Rogers Xing
San Antonio, TX 78251
(210) 549-3524
Rise Up Rehab, Llc
16400 Blanco Rd
San Antonio, TX 78232
(210) 572-4954
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Treatment & Experience
Clinical practice and procedure experience for Dr. Tahira P. Alves
Services & Procedures
Dr. Tahira P. Alves's clinical practice encompasses office visits, hospital care, diagnostic testing, and 1 other areas of care. Based on Medicare utilization data, Dr. Tahira P. Alves has provided a substantial volume of services, reflecting an active and established practice in nephrology.
Office Visits
561 servicesDr. Tahira P. Alves provides patient consultations ranging from routine follow-ups to comprehensive evaluations, including follow-up visit and new patient visit. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 77% below the billed amount.
Hospital Care
673 servicesDr. Tahira P. Alves manages inpatient hospital care including admissions, daily rounds, critical care, and discharge coordination, including hospital admission and daily hospital rounds. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 78% below the billed amount.
Diagnostic Testing
147 servicesDr. Tahira P. Alves orders and interprets diagnostic tests to support clinical decision-making, with blood draw being a key part of her practice.
Dialysis
394 servicesDr. Tahira P. Alves manages dialysis treatment for kidney disease, including dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month and dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 74% below the billed amount.
Treatment Approach
Dr. Tahira P. Alves's treatment approach includes prescribing Furosemide, Nifedipine (Nifedipine Er), Losartan Potassium for her patients. These medications are commonly used for treating fluid retention and heart failure, high blood pressure and chest pain, high blood pressure. She prescribing profile reflects experience across a wide range of treatments, addressing multiple aspects of patient care within her specialty. Dr. Tahira P. Alves has treated a significant number of Medicare patients, demonstrating an established practice in this area.
Source: CMS Medicare Provider Utilization and Payment Data, 2023.
Insurance Networks
Accepted insurance plans and networks
Dr. Tahira P. Alves accepts 94 plans from 8 insurers, including HCSC: BCBS Texas, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare.
Source: CMS Transparency in Coverage filings (March 2026). Network participation may change — verify with the provider's office before scheduling.
Research & Academic Activity
Dr. Tahira P. Alves has contributed to medical research, participating in 1 clinical trial registered with ClinicalTrials.gov.
Clinical Trials
Sources: ClinicalTrials.gov, NIH RePORTER. Name-based matching may include other researchers with similar names.
Financial Transparency
Industry payment disclosures
Pharmaceutical and medical device companies disclosed $2.1K in payments to Dr. Tahira P. Alves in 2024, primarily from AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP for food and beverage. These disclosures are required by federal law under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act.
Top Paying Companies
Source: CMS Open Payments, 2024.
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About Nephrology
Specialty overview and common conditions
A nephrologist is a physician who specializes in diagnosing, treating, and managing diseases of the kidneys. These medical experts have extensive training in conditions affecting kidney function, including chronic kidney disease (CKD), acute kidney injury, glomerulonephritis, kidney stones, electrol...
Common conditions treated by nephrology specialists:
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Dialysis Management
- Kidney Transplant Evaluation and Care
- Hypertension (Kidney-Related)
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tahira P. Alves
Does Dr. Alves accept Medicare?
Yes, Dr. Alves accepts Medicare assignment. Patients with Medicare coverage can see Dr. Alves and typically pay less out of pocket when using a provider who accepts Medicare assignment.
What insurance does Dr. Alves accept?
Dr. Alves is in-network with 8 insurance providers, including Aetna, Cigna, HCSC: BCBS Texas, Humana, Medicare, and 3 more. Insurance networks can change, so patients should verify their specific plan coverage directly with Dr. Alves's office before scheduling.
Does Dr. Alves offer telehealth or virtual appointments?
Yes, Dr. Alves offers telehealth services, allowing patients to have virtual consultations from the comfort of their home. Contact the office to schedule a telehealth appointment.
What conditions does Dr. Alves treat?
As a nephrology specialist, Dr. Alves commonly treats conditions including chronic kidney disease (ckd), dialysis management, kidney transplant evaluation and care, hypertension (kidney-related), glomerulonephritis, and other related health concerns. Contact the office to discuss your specific healthcare needs.
What medications does Dr. Alves commonly prescribe?
Based on Medicare prescribing data, Dr. Alves commonly prescribes medications including Furosemide, Nifedipine, Losartan Potassium. The specific medications prescribed depend on each patient's individual diagnosis and health needs. Patients should discuss treatment options directly with Dr. Alves during their consultation.
Where did Dr. Alves go to medical school?
Dr. Alves completed medical training at University Of Alabama School Of Medicine and has been practicing since 2001, bringing over 25 years of clinical experience.
Where is Dr. Alves's office located?
Dr. Alves practices at 10010 ROGERS XING, San Antonio, TX 78251 at SAN ANTONIO KIDNEY DISEASE CENTER PHYSICIANS GROUP, P.L.L.C.. You can reach the office by calling (210) 549-3524.
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Alves?
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Alves, call the office at (210) 549-3524. New patients should have their insurance information and medical records ready when calling.
Data source: CMS National Provider Registry ·
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