Dr. Janet Alvarado, MD
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Female  · Â
63 y/o
Accepting new patients
Dr. Janet Alvarado, MD is an internal medicine specialist in Highland, IL and has been practicing for 26 years. She specializes in internal medicine.
HSHS Medical Group Family & Internal Medicine Highland
12860 Troxler Ave Ste 320
Highland, IL 62249Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- Coventry Health Care
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)
- HAP Insurance
- HealthLink
- Humana
- MultiPlan
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Care Philosophy
This content was provided by Dr. Alvarado "Inspired by our Franciscan values of Respect, Care, Competence and Joy, HSHS Medical Group providers are devoted to elevating the patient as the focus of our existence. We will prioritize our decision-making to place the needs of our patients first. Our promise of Patient-First Care integrates the latest technology and innovation with highly personalized, competent care designed to provide you with a five star experience. We believe that every encounter with a patient is an opportunity to create an outstanding patient experience. We will work in tandem with patients to determine their best options for care, while respecting their individual needs and motivations. We will strive to build trust with our patients so they will understand that we always have their health and best interest at heart."
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1 Â Specialties
- Internal Medicine
1 Â Board Certifications
- Internal MedicineAccredited by: American Board of Internal Medicine*
277 Â Conditions Treated
- Abdominal Disorders
- Abdominal Pain
- Abnormal Thyroid
- Achilles Tendinitis
- Acne
- Actinic Keratosis
- Acute Bronchitis
- Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Acute Laryngitis
- Acute Pharyngitis
- Acute Sinusitis
- Acute Tonsillitis
- Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
- Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
- ADHD and-or ADD
- Administrative Physical
- All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
- Allergic Reaction
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergic Rhinitis Due to Food
- Anal Disorders
- Anal or Rectal Pain
- Anemia
- Anxiety
- Arthritis
- Arthritis of the Elbow
- Asthma
- Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
- Ataxia
- Atherosclerosis
- Athlete's Foot
- Atrophic Vaginitis
- Autonomic Disorders
- Back Pain
- Bedsores
- Bedwetting
- Bell's Palsy
- Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
- Bird Flu
- Bladder Atony
- Bladder Diseases
- Bladder Infection
- Blood Disorders
- Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
- Boil
- Bone Disorders
- Breast Diseases
- Breast Pain
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchitis
- Bunion
- Burn Injuries
- Bursitis
- Calcium Metabolism Disorders
- Candidiasis of Skin and Nails
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Celiac Disease
- Cellulitis
- Chest Pain
- Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- Chronic Interstitial Cystitis
- Chronic Neck Pain
- Chronic Pain
- Chronic Pharyngitis
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Coccygeal Pain
- Cold Sore
- Confusion
- Constipation
- COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
- Cough
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Dehydration
- Dermatitis
- Dermatitis Due to Drugs
- Dermatitis Due to Substances Taken Internally
- Diabetes Mellitus, Secondary
- Diabetes Type 1
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Diarrhea
- Difficulty With Walking
- Diverticulosis, Intestinal
- Dizziness
- Dry Eyes
- Dyshydrotic Eczema
- Dysphagia
- Dysthymia (Chronic Depression)
- Dysthymia and Cyclothymia (Mood Disorders)
- Ear Ache
- Ear Disorders
- Earwax Buildup
- Elbow Injuries
- Emphysema
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enteritis
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Esophageal Diseases
- Esophagitis
- Essential Tremor
- Fever
- Fibromyalgia
- Folliculitis
- Foot Conditions
- Fungal Infections
- Fungal Nail Infection
- Gait Abnormality
- Ganglion Cyst
- Gas-Bloat Syndrome
- Gastritis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Gastrointestinal Diseases
- Gastroparesis
- Genital Herpes
- Genital Warts
- Glaucoma
- Gonorrhea Infections
- Gout
- Hair Loss
- Headache
- Heart Disease
- Heart Palpitations
- Heartburn
- Hemorrhoids
- Herpes Simplex Infection
- Herpes Zoster Without Complication
- Hip Sprain
- Hives
- Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
- Hypercalcemia
- Hyperkalemia
- Hyperlipidemia
- Hypertension
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypoglycemia
- Hypokalemia
- Hypotension
- Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
- Hypothyroidism
- Indigestion
- Influenza (Flu)
- Insomnia
- Intertrigo
- Iron Metabolism Disorders
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Itchy Skin
- Joint Pain
- Knee Disorders
- Knee Sprain
- Lactose Intolerance
- Laryngitis
- Larynx Conditions
- Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
- Leg and Foot Ulcers
- Limb Cramp
- Limb Pain
- Limb Swelling
- Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
- Lipid Disorders
- Low Back Pain
- Low Blood Oxygen Level
- Lyme Disease
- Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
- Malaise and Fatigue
- Malnutrition
- Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
- Menstrual Disorders (incl. Dysmenorrhea)
- Migraine
- Mineral Metabolism Disorders
- Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
- Muscle Spasm
- Muscle Weakness
- Nail and Nail Bed Infection
- Nausea
- Neck Muscle Strain
- Neurogenic Bladder
- Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
- Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Nosebleed
- Obesity
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of Ankle and Foot
- Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
- Osteoarthritis of Hands
- Osteoarthritis of Hip
- Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
- Osteoarthritis of Knee
- Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
- Osteopenia
- Osteoporosis
- Otitis Media
- Outer Ear Infection
- Overactive Bladder
- Overweight
- Painful Urination (Dysuria)
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Knee Pain
- Peptic Ulcer
- Pericardial Disease
- Perimenopause
- Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
- Peripheral Nerve Disorders
- Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
- Pharyngitis
- Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
- Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
- Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Plantar Wart
- Pneumonia
- Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, or Poison Sumac Poisoning
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
- Polymyositis
- Polyneuropathy
- Polyuria
- Postherpetic Neuralgia
- Postnasal Drip
- Pulmonary Disease
- Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Rash
- Raynaud's Disease
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Restless Leg Syndrome
- Rib Fracture
- Ringworm
- Rosacea
- Sarcoidosis
- Scabies
- Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Secondary Hypertension
- Second-Degree Burns
- Sepsis
- Sexual Dysfunction
- Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
- Shingles
- Shortness of Breath
- Shoulder Disorders
- Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
- Sinusitis
- Skin Infections
- Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Disorders
- Sleep-Related Leg Cramp
- Sore Throat
- Spondylosis
- Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
- Stomach Diseases
- Strep Throat
- Symptomatic Menopause
- Testicular Dysfunction
- Thrombosis
- Thyroid Disease
- Tinnitus
- Tobacco Use Disorder
- Tonsillitis
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
- Tremor
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Ulcer
- Urinary Disorders
- Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Stones
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
- Vaginitis and-or Vaginosis
- Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
- Venous Insufficiency
- Vertigo
- Viral Enteritis
- Viral Infection
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Warts
- Wheezing
- Yeast Infections
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22 Â Procedures
- Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
- Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
- Anemia and Iron Deficiency Screening
- Cardiovascular Stress Test
- Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
- Cholesterol Screening
- Diabetes Screening
- Electrocardiogram (EKG)
- Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
- Hepatitis Screening
- Immunization
- Liver Function Test
- Nail Avulsion and Excision
- Osteoporosis Screening
- Pap Smear
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Pulmonary Function Test
- Rapid Flu Test
- Sexually Transmitted Infections Screening
- Syphilis Screening
- Thyroid Screening
- Wellness Examination
Background Check
0 Malpractice Claims
No malpractice history found for Illinois.
0 Sanctions
No sanctions history found for the years that Healthgrades collects data.
0 Board Actions
No board actions found for the years that Healthgrades collects data.
Education
- Antigua Sch MedMedical School | Graduated 1987
- St Luke's WestInternship Hospital | Completed 1990
- St Luke's WestResidency Hospital | Completed 1992
Awards & Recognition
Awards & Honors
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Media & Publications
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Languages Spoken
- English
- Spanish
Memberships & Professional Affiliations
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Average Wait Time
- 16 – 30 minutes
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What People Say About Dr. Janet Alvarado, MD
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Love this doctor, listens to you
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1Rebecca in Highland, IL – Aug 20, 2017
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No words
I Can say No.1 Doctor
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1JASMIN SANGANI in MARYVILLE, IL – Jan 26, 2017
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Dr Janet Alvarado is an excellent physician! I never have to wait more than 10 minutes in waiting room and rarely long in the exam room either. Dr Janet is very thorough and leaves no stone unturned and she takes time to listen and discus all of my concerns. We have experienced quite a difficult...Read More
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Thomas D. Horton in Highland, IL – Nov 05, 2016
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My appointment was at 3:45 was told be there 15 mins early for paperwork, to bring Ins. card, photo id, paperwork I'd completed that was mailed to me the week before, all medication in original bottles and copay. Arrived 20 mins early, spent 10 mins w/receptionist, 10 mins w/nurse, 1 hour waiting,...Read More
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42Deb S in Greenville, IL – Apr 20, 2016
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Dr. Alvarado accepts 9 insurance carriers
- AetnaAetna HMOChoice Plus POS II
- Blue Cross Blue ShieldBlue Card PPO
- CignaCigna HMOCigna PPOOpen Access Plus
- Coventry Health CareCoventry Health America PPO
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- HAP InsuranceHealth Alliance PPO
- HealthLinkHealthLink PPO
- HumanaChoice Care PPO
- MultiPlanMultiPlan PPOPHCS Network PPO
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