Dr. Arsalan A. Alvi

Nephrology
Greater Regional Medical Center
1700 W Townline St, 
Creston, IA 
Accepting New Patients
Greater Regional Medical Center
1700 W Townline St, 
Creston, IA 

Overview

Arsalan Alvi is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Creston, Iowa.

His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Kidney Failure, High Potassium Level, Low Sodium Level, and Diabetic Nephropathy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 12 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Alvi is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Nephrology

Hospital Affiliations

Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi
Madison County Health Care System
Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center
Decatur County Hospital
Mahaska Health Partnership

Languages Spoken

English
Urdu

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
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Blue Cross Blue Shield
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CareFirst
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Cigna
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Health Care Services Corporation
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  • MEDICARE SNP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Humana
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Managed Medicaid
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Medica
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Medicaid
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  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
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Northern Plains Alliance
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TeamCare
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UnitedHealthcare
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  • POS
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Walgreens
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Wellcare
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Wellmark
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Locations

Greater Regional Medical Center
1700 W Townline St, Creston, IA 50801

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

12 Total Publications

Severe Class III Lupus Nephritis With Concurrent Thrombotic Microangiopathy and Suspected Atypical Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome Requiring Complement Blockade: A Complex Multisystem Presentation.
Severe Class III Lupus Nephritis With Concurrent Thrombotic Microangiopathy and Suspected Atypical Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome Requiring Complement Blockade: A Complex Multisystem Presentation.
Journal: Cureus
Published: April 22, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Arsalan A. Alvi

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Is Dr. Arsalan A. Alvi a top-rated expert for Acute Kidney Failure?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Arsalan A. Alvi is classified as an Experienced expert for Acute Kidney Failure, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Arsalan A. Alvi specialize in?

While Dr. Arsalan A. Alvi is a Nephrology, they have specific expertise in Acute Kidney Failure, High Potassium Level, and Low Sodium Level. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Nephrology.

Does Dr. Arsalan A. Alvi participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Arsalan A. Alvi has published 12 articles and abstracts on conditions like Acute Kidney Failure. You can view a list of Dr. Arsalan A. Alvi's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Arsalan A. Alvi accept my insurance?

Dr. Arsalan A. Alvi accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 641-782-5202 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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