32 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rivas, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Bronx, NY?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Rivas?
Dr. Yolanda Rivas, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Gastroenterologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Rivas empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Endoscopy, Nutrition, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Bronx, NY community, Dr. Rivas is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Rivas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Medical School: University of Carabobo | Universidad de Los Andes Facultad de Medicina
Is Dr. Rivas board certified as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Yolanda Rivas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics since 1995, American Board of Pediatrics since 1999, American Board of Pediatrics since 2007
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 a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Rivas typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Belly Button Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Pain around navel
- Periumbilical discomfort
- Umbilical pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1033: Periumbilical pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Slow Transit Constipation
- Constipation
- Chronic Constipation
- Sluggish Bowel
- Colonic Inertia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5901: Slow transit constipation
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease Affecting Small and Large Intestines
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Panenteric Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's of Both Bowels
- Generalized Crohn's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5080: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine without complications
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
Also known as:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
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:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Rivas typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Rivas performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Does Dr. Rivas accept my insurance?
Dr. Rivas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 741-2450 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rivas accept in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Rivas in Bronx, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Capital Blue Cross
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
Harvard Pilgrim
Oxford Health Plans
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Rivas' office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Rivas affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Rivas has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Rivas's NPI number?A 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 1760568612.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rivas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rivas