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Who is Dr. Rivkin, Pediatric Neurologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Michael Rivkin, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and American Board of Urology. Dr. Rivkin graduated from University of Virginia Medical School and completed his residency at UH Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital. Dr. Rivkin is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rivkin’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rivkin’s office at (617) 355-6388.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Rivkin?
Dr. Michael Rivkin, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Rivkin empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cerebrovascular Disease, Stroke, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston/MA community, Dr. Rivkin is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Rivkin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Boston Children's Hospital - Boston, MA | Children's Hospital, Fellow:Developmentl Neurology
Residency: UH Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital | Tufts Medical Center | UH Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital | Floating Hospital for Children | Tufts Medical Center (New England) Program
Medical School: University of Virginia Medical School
Is Dr. Rivkin board certified in Pediatric Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Rivkin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology , American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Rivkin speak?
Dr. Rivkin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Rivkin treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Rivkin 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. Rivkin. 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Social and Emotional Changes After Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Vein Blood Clot
- Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Stroke due to clot
- Post-ischemic stroke emotional issues
- Personality changes after ischemic stroke
- Social difficulties from stroke
- Cognitive-emotional deficits after brain infarction
- Cerebral Venous Thrombosis
- Intracranial Venous Thrombosis
- Brain Blood Clot
- Blood Clot in Brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I6359: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of other cerebral artery
- I69315: Cognitive social or emotional deficit following cerebral infarction
- I636: Cerebral infarction due to cerebral venous thrombosis, nonpyogenic
- I676: Nonpyogenic thrombosis of intracranial venous system
- I6350: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of unspecified cerebral artery
- I6340: Cerebral infarction due to embolism of unspecified cerebral artery
- I6381: Other cerebral infarction due to occlusion or stenosis of small artery
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Complex Partial Seizures
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
- Recurrent seizures
- Drug-resistant complex partial epilepsy
- Refractory focal impaired awareness seizures
- Hard-to-treat complex partial seizures
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40802: Other epilepsy, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40219: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Abnormal Findings on Skull or Head Scan
- Unusual Head Imaging
- Atypical Skull Scan
- Abnormal Brain Scan (general)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R930: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of skull and head, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Reflexes
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Altered Reflexes
- Hyperreflexia
- Hyporeflexia
ICD-10 Codes:
- R292: Abnormal reflex
Also known as:
- Brain AVM (Abnormal Blood Vessel Connection)
- Arteriovenous Malformations
- Cerebral AVM
- Brain Arteriovenous Malformation
- Brain Vascular Malformation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q282: Arteriovenous malformation of cerebral vessels
Also known as:
- ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADD
- Inattentive ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Other Muscle Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Various Muscle Conditions
- Uncommon Muscle Problems
- Specific Muscle Ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6289: Other specified disorders of muscle
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Various Brain Conditions
- Uncommon Brain Problems
- Specified Brain Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
Which procedures does Dr. Rivkin perform as a Pediatric Neurologist?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Michael Rivkin may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Rivkin's office.
Does Dr. Rivkin accept my insurance?
Dr. Rivkin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6388 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rivkin accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Rivkin in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Network Health
Point32Health
State of Connecticut
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Rivkin's office located?
What is Dr. Rivkin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rivkin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407871874.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rivkin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rivkin
What is Dr. Michael Rivkin's specialty?
Dr. Rivkin is a Pediatric Neurologist near Boston, MA. A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages. Contact Dr. Rivkin to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Rivkin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Rivkin is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Boston Children's Hospital. 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
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Is Michael Rivkin accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Rivkin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Rivkin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rivkin's office at (617) 355-6388 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Rivkin?
Please contact Dr. Rivkin's office at (617) 355-6388 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Rivkin have?
Dr. Michael Rivkin is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and American Board of Urology.
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