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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rivet, Neurosurgeon in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Dennis Rivet, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Richmond, VA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Rivet is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rivet’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rivet’s office at (804) 828-9165.
What languages does Dr. Rivet speak?
Dr. Rivet and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Rivet treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Rivet 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. Rivet. 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:
- Brain Aneurysm
- Cerebral Aneurysm
- Brain Artery Bulge
- Intracranial Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured
Also known as:
- Right Carotid Artery Disease
- Left Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
- Right Carotid Artery Blockage
- Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
- Left Carotid Artery Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
- I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Ischemia
- Cerebral Infarction
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Stroke due to clot
- Brain Attack
- Blood Clot in Brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- I63512: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left middle cerebral artery
- I63412: Cerebral infarction due to embolism of left middle cerebral artery
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Spinal Cord Condition
- Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G959: Disease of spinal cord, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Hardening of Right Leg Arteries
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Right leg artery disease
- PAD in right leg
- Atherosclerosis of right leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70201: Unspecified atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities, right leg
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Brain Disease
- Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
- Cerebral meningeal tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Pressure on the Brain
- Brain Disease
- Brain Compression
- Intracranial Pressure
- Brain Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- G935: Compression of brain
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Does Dr. Rivet accept my insurance?
Dr. Rivet accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (804) 828-9165 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rivet accept in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Rivet in Richmond, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Rivet's office located?
What is Dr. Rivet's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rivet's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740260223.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rivet?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rivet
What is Dr. Dennis Rivet's specialty?
Dr. Rivet is a Neurosurgeon near Richmond, VA. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Rivet to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Dennis Rivet affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rivet is affiliated with Vcu Medical Center North 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 Dennis Rivet accepting new patients in Richmond, VA?
Yes, Dr. Dennis Rivet is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dennis Rivet offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rivet's office at (804) 828-9165 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dennis Rivet?
Please contact Dr. Rivet's office at (804) 828-9165 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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