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Dr. Carlos Torres-Rivera, MD

St Augustine, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Torres-Rivera, Nephrologist in St Augustine, FL?

    Dr. Carlos Torres-Rivera, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in St Augustine, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Torres-Rivera graduated from Universidad Central Del Caribe. Dr. Torres-Rivera is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Torres-Rivera’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Torres-Rivera’s office at (904) 829-8300.

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

    • Medical School: Universidad Central Del Caribe

    What languages does Dr. Torres-Rivera speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Torres-Rivera treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Torres-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. Torres-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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
    • CKD Stage 3
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Iron
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified
    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Blood Chemistry
    • Blood
    • Irregular blood test results
    • Unusual blood work
    • Abnormal blood panel

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R799: Abnormal finding of blood chemistry, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Low Magnesium Levels
    • Metabolic Disorder
    • Hypomagnesemia
    • Magnesium Deficiency
    • Magnesium Imbalance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E8342: Hypomagnesemia

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    What procedures does Dr. Torres-Rivera perform?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Torres-Rivera performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Torres-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:

    • Blood Transfusion
    • Blood Transfusion and Donation
    • Blood product transfusion
    • Red blood cell transfusion
    • Plasma transfusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components

    Does Dr. Torres-Rivera accept my insurance?

    Dr. Torres-Rivera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (904) 829-8300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Torres-Rivera accept in St Augustine, FL?

    Dr. Torres-Rivera in St Augustine, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareCentrix

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Cooperative Benefit Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Torres-Rivera's office located?

    Dr. Carlos Torres-Rivera's Primary Practice

    204 Southpark Cir E

    St Augustine, FL 32086

    (904) 829-8300

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    Dr. Carlos Torres-Rivera's Practice 2

    199 S US Highway 17 # C

    East Palatka, FL 32131

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

    Dr. Torres-Rivera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215032446.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Torres-Rivera?

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

    What is Dr. Carlos Torres-Rivera's specialty?

    Dr. Torres-Rivera is a Nephrologist near St Augustine, FL. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Torres-Rivera to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Carlos Torres-Rivera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Torres-Rivera is affiliated with UF Health Flagler Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

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    Is Carlos Torres-Rivera accepting new patients in St Augustine, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Carlos Torres-Rivera is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Carlos Torres-Rivera offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Torres-Rivera's office at (904) 829-8300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Carlos Torres-Rivera?

    Please contact Dr. Torres-Rivera's office at (904) 829-8300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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