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31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rives, Pediatrician in Miami, FL?
Dr. Elvira Rives, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 31 years. Dr. Rives graduated from Universidad Central Del Este, Facultad De Medicina and completed her residency at Miami Chldns Hosp. Dr. Rives is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rives’s office at (305) 821-8861.
Where did Dr. Rives go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Miami Chldns Hosp
Medical School: Facultad De Ciencias Medicas, Escuela De Medicina (San Pedro De Macoris, Dominican Republic) | Central University of Este (Uce) / School of Medicine | Universidad Central Del Este, Facultad De Medicina
What languages does Dr. Rives speak?
Dr. Rives and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Rives typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Rives diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Rives. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Rives typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Elvira Rives may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Rives' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Rives accept my insurance?
Dr. Rives accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 821-8861 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rives accept in Miami, FL?
Dr. Rives in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Oscar Health
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Where is Dr. Rives' office located?
Dr. Elvira Rives' Primary Practice
2400 SW 69th Ave Ste 100
Miami, FL 33155
(305) 821-8861
What is Dr. Rives's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rives's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619900610.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rives?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rives
What is Dr. Elvira Rives's specialty?
Dr. Rives is a Pediatrician near Miami, FL.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Elvira Rives affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rives is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Miramar, Memorial Regional Hospital, Memorial Hospital West, Jackson West Medical Center, Jackson North Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Elvira Rives accepting new patients in Miami, FL?
Yes, Dr. Elvira Rives is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elvira Rives offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rives's office at (305) 821-8861 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elvira Rives?
Please contact Dr. Rives's office at (305) 821-8861 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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