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Dr. Efrain Rivera, MD
El Paso, TX
34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rivera, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Efrain Rivera, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in El Paso, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years. Dr. Rivera completed his residency at Texas Tech University Of School Of Medicine. 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 (915) 261-7226.
Where did Dr. Rivera go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Texas Tech University Of School Of Medicine
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 an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Tailbone Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Coccyx Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal Pain
- Tailbone Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified
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:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5459: Other low back pain
What procedures does Dr. Rivera perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. 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. 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:
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
CPT Codes:
- 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
CPT Codes:
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
Does Dr. Rivera accept my insurance?
Dr. Rivera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (915) 261-7226 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rivera accept in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Rivera in El Paso, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
California Foundation for Medical Care
Express Scripts
Medicare
Molina
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Other Health Care Provider
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Rivera's office located?
Dr. Efrain Rivera's Primary Practice
1501 N Mesa St Ste 300
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 261-7226
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 1780780858.
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. Efrain Rivera's specialty?
Dr. Rivera is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near El Paso, TX. Interventional pain medicine focuses on diagnosing and treating pain and related disorders using interventional techniques. It is primarily aimed at managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, either as a standalone treatment or in combination with other therapeutic approaches. Contact Dr. Rivera to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Efrain Rivera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rivera is affiliated with University Medical Center of El Paso, The Hospitals of Providence - Sierra Campus 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
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Is Efrain Rivera accepting new patients in El Paso, TX?
Yes, Dr. Efrain Rivera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Efrain Rivera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rivera's office at (915) 261-7226 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Efrain Rivera?
Please contact Dr. Rivera's office at (915) 261-7226 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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