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Dr. Homero Rivas, MD
Hixson, TN
18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Rivas, Physiatrist in Hixson, TN?
Dr. Homero Rivas, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Hixson, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years. Dr. Rivas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rivas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rivas’s office at (423) 664-4635.
What languages does Dr. Rivas speak?
Dr. Rivas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Rivas treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Rivas 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. Rivas. 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar 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:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Drug Addiction
- Drug Use and Addiction
- Substance Dependence
- Drug Abuse
- Substance Use Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1920: Other psychoactive substance dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Nerve Pain
- Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neuralgia
- Neuritis
- Nerve inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M792: Neuralgia and neuritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Widespread Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Other Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Other Multiple Joint Arthritis
- Other Polyarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M158: Other polyosteoarthritis
Also known as:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
Which procedures does Dr. Rivas perform as a Physiatrist?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Homero Rivas may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Rivas' office.
Does Dr. Rivas accept my insurance?
Dr. Rivas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 664-4635 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rivas accept in Hixson, TN?
Dr. Rivas in Hixson, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Rivas' office located?
Dr. Homero Rivas' Practice 2
2700 Westside Dr NW Ste 306
Cleveland, TN 37312
(423) 664-4635
What is Dr. Rivas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rivas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932399300.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rivas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rivas
What is Dr. Homero Rivas's specialty?
Dr. Rivas is a Physiatrist near Hixson, TN. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Rivas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Homero Rivas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Rivas is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 Homero Rivas accepting new patients in Hixson, TN?
Yes, Dr. Homero Rivas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Homero Rivas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rivas's office at (423) 664-4635 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Homero Rivas?
Please contact Dr. Rivas's office at (423) 664-4635 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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