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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rivara, Nephrologist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Matthew Rivara, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Rivara is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rivara’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rivara’s office at (206) 543-2346.
Is Dr. Rivara board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Rivara, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Rivara speak?
Dr. Rivara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Rivara typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Rivara 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. Rivara. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Rivara typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Matthew Rivara may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Rivara's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Rivara accept my insurance?
Dr. Rivara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 543-2346 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rivara accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Rivara in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rivara's office located?
Dr. Matthew Rivara's Practice 3
Division of Nephrology Univ of Washington 1959 NE
Seattle, WA 98195
What is Dr. Rivara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rivara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740417211.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rivara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rivara
What is Dr. Matthew Rivara's specialty?
Dr. Rivara is a Nephrologist near Seattle, WA.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Matthew Rivara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rivara is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake 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
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Nephrologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Matthew Rivara accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Rivara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Rivara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rivara's office at (206) 543-2346 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Rivara?
Please contact Dr. Rivara's office at (206) 543-2346 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Matthew Rivara have?
Dr. Matthew Rivara is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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