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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. 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 as a 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 a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Rivera typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Breast Enlargement
- Breast Disease
- Breast hypertrophy
- Macromastia
- Gigantomastia
ICD-10 Codes:
- N62: Hypertrophy of breast
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:
- Scars
- Hypertrophic Scarring
- Keloid Scars
- Scar Tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
- L910: Hypertrophic scar
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:
- 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:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
What procedures does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Rivera typically perform?
As a Plastic Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Clara Rivera may include:
- Abdominal Wall Surgery
- Acute Burn Resuscitation
- Aesthetic Surgery Consultation
- Aesthetic Surgery Follow Up
- Body Sculpting Consultation
- Body Sculpting Treatment (Non-Surgical)
- Breast Augmentation
- Breast Biopsy
Please contact Dr. Rivera's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Amida Care
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Cigna Group
Humana
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Other Health Care Provider
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rivera's office located?
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.
What does a Plastic Surgeon do?
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.
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
When to see a Plastic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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