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Dr. Joseph Rivera, MD

East Norriton, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rivera, Hospitalist in East Norriton, PA?

    Dr. Joseph Rivera, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in East Norriton, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Rivera completed his residency at Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine; Penn St U Hp-M S Hershey Mc, Internal Medicine. Dr. Rivera is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rivera’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rivera’s office at (215) 710-4460.

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

    • Residency: Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine; Penn St U Hp-M S Hershey Mc, Internal Medicine | Hahnemann University Hospital

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny

    Is Dr. Rivera board certified in Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Rivera, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Rivera speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Rivera treat?

    As a Hospitalist, 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, 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:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    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:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Rivera perform as a Hospitalist?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joseph 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 (215) 710-4460 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rivera accept in East Norriton, PA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • UPMC Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Rivera's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Rivera's Primary Practice

    325 W Germantown Pike Ste 301

    East Norriton, PA 19403

    (215) 710-4460

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    Dr. Joseph Rivera's Practice 2

    1205 Langhorne Newtown Rd Ste 403

    Langhorne, PA 19047

    (215) 710-4460

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    Dr. Joseph Rivera's Practice 3

    3401 N Broad St

    Philadelphia, PA 19140

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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 1386679827.

    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. Joseph Rivera's specialty?

    Dr. Rivera is a Hospitalist near East Norriton, PA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Rivera to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Rivera is affiliated with Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Temple University Hospital, St. Luke's Grand View Hospital, UPMC Washington, St. Luke’s University Health Network - Quakertown Campus, Wilkes-Barre General 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

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    Is Joseph Rivera accepting new patients in East Norriton, PA?

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

    Does Dr. Joseph Rivera offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rivera's office at (215) 710-4460 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Rivera?

    Please contact Dr. Rivera's office at (215) 710-4460 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Rivera have?

    Dr. Joseph Rivera is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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