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27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rivenes, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Sugar Land, TX?
Dr. Scott Rivenes, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sugar Land, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Rivenes completed his residency at Maricopa Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Maricopa Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Rivenes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rivenes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rivenes’s office at (281) 274-7000.
Where did Dr. Rivenes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Maricopa Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Maricopa Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Is Dr. Rivenes board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Scott Rivenes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Rivenes speak?
Dr. Rivenes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Rivenes typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Rivenes 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. Rivenes. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Rivenes typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Scott Rivenes may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Rivenes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Rivenes accept my insurance?
Dr. Rivenes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 274-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rivenes accept in Sugar Land, TX?
Dr. Rivenes in Sugar Land, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Trustmark Mutual Holding Company
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Verda Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Rivenes' office located?
Dr. Scott Rivenes' Primary Practice
16655 Southwest Fwy
Sugar Land, TX 77479
(281) 274-7000
What is Dr. Rivenes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rivenes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225118623.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rivenes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rivenes
What is Dr. Scott Rivenes's specialty?
Dr. Rivenes is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Sugar Land, TX.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Scott Rivenes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rivenes is affiliated with Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, Houston Methodist 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Scott Rivenes accepting new patients in Sugar Land, TX?
Yes, Dr. Scott Rivenes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Rivenes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rivenes's office at (281) 274-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Rivenes?
Please contact Dr. Rivenes's office at (281) 274-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Rivenes have?
Dr. Scott Rivenes is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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