27 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rivas-Plata, Internist in Carson, CA?
Dr. Ricardo Rivas-Plata is an Internist, who primarily practices in Carson, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 27 years. Dr. Rivas-Plata graduated from Albany Medical College of Union University and completed his residency at UCI MEDICAL CENTER. Dr. Rivas-Plata is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rivas-Plata’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rivas-Plata’s office at (626) 585-4120.
Where did Dr. Rivas-Plata go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: UCI MEDICAL CENTER
Medical School: Albany Medical College of Union University
What languages does Dr. Rivas-Plata speak?
Dr. Rivas-Plata and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Rivas-Plata typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Rivas-Plata 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. Rivas-Plata. 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 Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Rivas-Plata typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ricardo Rivas-Plata may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Rivas-Plata's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Rivas-Plata accept my insurance?
Dr. Rivas-Plata accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 585-4120 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rivas-Plata accept in Carson, CA?
Dr. Rivas-Plata in Carson, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AllCare Health
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rivas-Plata's office located?
Dr. Ricardo Rivas-Plata's Primary Practice
824 E Carson St Ste 104
Carson, CA 90745
(626) 585-4120
What is Dr. Rivas-Plata's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rivas-Plata's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609961929.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rivas-Plata?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rivas-Plata
What is Dr. Ricardo Rivas-Plata's specialty?
Dr. Rivas-Plata is a Internist near Carson, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Ricardo Rivas-Plata affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rivas-Plata is affiliated with Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca), Casa Colina Hospital And Centers For Healthcare, San Gabriel Valley Medical Center, Usc Arcadia Hospital 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ricardo Rivas-Plata accepting new patients in Carson, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ricardo Rivas-Plata is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ricardo Rivas-Plata offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rivas-Plata's office at (626) 585-4120 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ricardo Rivas-Plata?
Please contact Dr. Rivas-Plata's office at (626) 585-4120 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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