Alejandro Alva, M.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Alejandro Alva, M.D. runs an independent psychiatry psychiatry & neurology specialist practice in Costa Mesa, CA. He has been in practice for 36+ years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include depression, anxiety, and mood disorders (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 63% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 103dNPPES updated 2026-01-23 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
3151 Airway Ave Ste G1, Costa Mesa, CA 92626-4624
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better89.8%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
146
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
188
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,516
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $845k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Depression, Anxiety Disorders, and Mood Disorders.
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+43%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+41%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$62.9k received from industry
243 transactions reported in 2024 ·Very High tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Alejandro Alva's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Jan 22, 2026
CMS-verified certification date
36 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Mailing address
19782 Macarthur Blvd Ste 300, Irvine, CA 92612-2417
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Alejandro Alva
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Alejandro Alva for depression management, anxiety counseling, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to Costa Mesa required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alejandro Alva
NPI records show Dr. Alva as active with telehealth listed in Costa Mesa, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (714) 545-5550.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Alejandro Alva
Practice Location
3151 Airway Ave Ste G1, Costa Mesa, CA 92626-4624
Mailing Address
19782 Macarthur Blvd Ste 300, Irvine, CA 92612-2417
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