Bariatrics Established Patient Office Visit

Offered by

Rafael Alvarez, MD

Mosaic Life Care at St. Joseph - Medical Center
Bariatrics Established Patient Office Visit
151
Estimated National Average $304

Procedure Details

This is for an office visit with this doctor for patients who have previously visited with this doctor. This includes your office visit and physical exam.

Price Details

Your purchase includes the following services:

  • Physician fee

    procedure fee for in office service.

  • MDsave fee

    Covers the cost of contracting upfront rates with all involved medical providers, processing payment, and distributing funds, minimizing administrative overhead and allowing for a lower total price

Note

Note: This MDsave bundled price includes the cost of your procedure and the fees listed above. These fees are for the services most frequently packaged together with this procedure. Any services that are not listed here will not be covered in your purchase.

Money Back Guarantee

We will refund your payment in full if you end up not needing your purchased procedure and do not receive care. Details

Mosaic Life Care at St. Joseph - Medical Center
Google
Map data ©2024 Google
Map data ©2024 Google
This page can't load Google Maps correctly.
Do you own this website?

Locations

Mosaic Life Care at St. Joseph - Bariatric Care

802 N. Riverside Road, Plaza 1, Suite G50

Saint Joseph, MO 64507

Get Directions

Hours

Sun
Closed
Mon
8:00am - 4:30pm
Tue
8:00am - 4:30pm
Wed
8:00am - 4:30pm
Thu
8:00am - 4:30pm
Fri
8:00am - 4:30pm
Sat
Closed

More Information

Visit Website
About Rafael Alvarez, MD

Rafael Alvarez, MD

Dr. Alvarez completed his General Surgery Residency at the University of Michigan after obtaining his Doctor of Medicine degree from the same institution. He completed additional training in Patient Safety and Quality Improvement sponsored by the National Center for Patient Safety while practicing General Surgery at the VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System. He acquired further training in the surgical management of obesity utilizing laparoscopic and robotic-assisted platforms at University Hospital - Case Western Reserve University. His clinical interests encompass the surgical management of obesity.

His academic work focuses on improving the quality and safety of metabolic and bariatric surgery and understanding those barriers impacting patient access to this treatment with the goal of making the surgical management of obesity readily available and accessible to patients in need.

Dr. Alvarez believes in collaborative patient care during which all members of the healthcare team contribute to improving the quality of life of our patient community. “My motivation is to learn what my patients’ goals are so our team can support them through an informed care plan selection. This is how we help patients achieve their health and life goals.”

Outside of his professional life, Dr. Alvarez looks forward to spending time with his wife and daughter. He enjoys playing tennis and music.

Board Certification

American Board of Surgery

Residency

University of Michigan Hospitals & Health Centers, Ann Arbor, MI

Fellowship

University of Michigan Hospitals & Health Centers, Ann Arbor, MI, UH Cleveland Medical Center, Cleveland, OH & VA Ann Arbor Health System, Ann Arbor, MI

Medical School

University of Michigan Medical School

Additional Procedures Offered by Rafael Alvarez, MD
2,701

About Using MDsave

MDsave is a service for patients electing to pay cash for procedures. Procedure purchases must be made prior to receiving care. The provider will not file a claim for this service on your behalf. You can use HSA, FSA, or HRA funds to pay for your procedure. You may be able to apply payment to your deductible, however eligibility is determined by your insurance provider and depends on your plan. You can access your MDsave purchase history at any time to support your submission.

MDsave is pleased to accept CareCredit, a health, wellness and personal care credit card that provides promotional financing with flexible monthly payments.*

*Subject to credit approval. Minimum monthly payment required.

Money Back Guarantee

We will refund your payment in full if you end up not needing your purchased procedure and do not receive care. Details

Get Care In Three Easy Steps

1

Compare Upfront Prices

laptop-blob

Search by procedure and location to browse local providers and compare upfront pricing.

2

Buy Your Procedure

laptop-blob

Pay for your procedure online or by calling (844) 256-7696. Or buy your procedure at the facility before your appointment is scheduled.

3

Receive Your Care

laptop-blob

Follow the scheduling instructions given by your provider. Bring your voucher to your appointment.

Learn More
Autorize.Net
Better Business Bureau
Aptible: HIPAA Compliance
KLAS
SOC2

© Copyright 2024 MDsave Incorporated.

All Rights Reserved.