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Dr. Clara Rivera

Brooklyn, NY

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    Who is Dr. Rivera, Plastic Surgeon in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Clara Rivera is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Rivera completed her residency at Hurley Med Center. Dr. Rivera is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rivera’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rivera’s office at (718) 261-1759.

    Where did Dr. Rivera go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Hurley Med Center

    • Medical School: San Juan Bautista School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Rivera board certified in Plastic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Clara Rivera is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Rivera speak?

    Dr. Rivera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Rivera treat?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Rivera 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. Rivera. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Breast Enlargement
    • Breast Disease
    • Breast hypertrophy
    • Macromastia
    • Gigantomastia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N62: Hypertrophy of breast

    Also known as:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Finger
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis
    • Digital Tenosynovitis
    • Finger Tendonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6530: Trigger finger, unspecified finger

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Left Middle Finger
    • Trigger Right Middle Finger
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Left Middle Finger
    • Left Middle Finger Tendonitis
    • Snapping Left Middle Finger
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Middle Finger
    • Right Middle Finger Tendonitis
    • Snapping Right Middle Finger

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M65332: Trigger finger, left middle finger
    • M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Left Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Left Hand Numbness
    • Left CTS
    • Median Nerve Compression
    • Wrist Nerve Entrapment
    • CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
    • G5600: Carpal tunnel syndrome, unspecified upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Ganglion Cyst
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Ganglion
    • Synovial Cyst
    • Bible Bump
    • Gel-filled Lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6740: Ganglion, unspecified site
    • M67442: Ganglion, left hand

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Broken Finger
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Finger fracture
    • Phalanx fracture
    • Broken finger bone

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S62609A: Fracture of unspecified phalanx of unspecified finger, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • De Quervain's Disease', 'Washerwoman's Sprain
    • Radial Styloid Tenosynovitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M654: Radial styloid tenosynovitis [de Quervain]

    Also known as:

    • Other Surgical Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • General post-operative care
    • Unspecified surgical recovery
    • Surgical follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare

    Which procedures does Dr. Rivera perform as a Plastic Surgeon?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Clara Rivera may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Rivera's office.

    Does Dr. Rivera accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rivera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 261-1759 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rivera accept in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Rivera in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Centers Plan for Healthy Living

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elderplan

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Rivera's office located?

    Dr. Clara Rivera's Primary Practice

    374 Stockholm St

    Brooklyn, NY 11237

    (718) 261-1759

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    Dr. Clara Rivera's Practice 2

    8340 Woodhaven Blvd

    Glendale, NY 11385

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    Dr. Clara Rivera's Practice 3

    11247 Queens Blvd Ste 106

    Forest Hills, NY 11375

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    What is Dr. Rivera's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Rivera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205815339.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rivera?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rivera

    What is Dr. Clara Rivera's specialty?

    Dr. Rivera is a Plastic Surgeon near Brooklyn, NY. A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction. Contact Dr. Rivera to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Clara Rivera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Rivera is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Wyckoff Heights Medical Center, Nyc Health & Hospitals - Lincoln. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

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    Is Clara Rivera accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Clara Rivera is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Clara Rivera offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rivera's office at (718) 261-1759 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Clara Rivera?

    Please contact Dr. Rivera's office at (718) 261-1759 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Clara Rivera have?

    Dr. Clara Rivera is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.

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