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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ramos-Rivas, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Desoto, TX?
Dr. Edid Ramos-Rivas, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Desoto, TX. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Ramos-Rivas graduated from Universidad De Navarra, Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency at University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program. Dr. Ramos-Rivas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ramos-Rivas’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ramos-Rivas’s office at (972) 228-4888.
Where did Dr. Ramos-Rivas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Medical School: Universidad De Navarra | Universidad De Navarra, Facultad De Medicina
What languages does Dr. Ramos-Rivas speak?
Dr. Ramos-Rivas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Ramos-Rivas treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ramos-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. Ramos-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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Dementia Due to Other Condition
- Dementia
- Secondary dementia
- Dementia from other medical causes
- Cognitive decline from underlying disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0280: Dementia in other diseases classified elsewhere, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Other Types of Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Atypical Alzheimer's', 'Rare Alzheimer's
ICD-10 Codes:
- G308: Other Alzheimer's disease
Also known as:
- Unspecified Psychosocial Problems
- General social and psychological issues
- Broad life circumstance challenges
- Unidentified mental health factors
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z659: Problem related to unspecified psychosocial circumstances
Also known as:
- Alcohol-Induced Dementia
- Alcohol
- Dementia
- Alcohol-Related Dementia
- Alcoholic Dementia
- Dementia from Alcohol
- Alcoholism and Brain Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1097: Alcohol use, unspecified with alcohol-induced persisting dementia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Which procedures does Dr. Ramos-Rivas perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Edid Ramos-Rivas may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ramos-Rivas' office.
Does Dr. Ramos-Rivas accept my insurance?
Dr. Ramos-Rivas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (972) 228-4888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ramos-Rivas accept in Desoto, TX?
Dr. Ramos-Rivas in Desoto, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Community Care Network
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
HealthComp
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ramos-Rivas' office located?
Dr. Edid Ramos-Rivas' Primary Practice
315 E Pleasant Run Rd
Desoto, TX 75115
(972) 228-4888
What is Dr. Ramos-Rivas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ramos-Rivas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255480141.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ramos-Rivas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ramos-Rivas
What is Dr. Edid Ramos-Rivas's specialty?
Dr. Ramos-Rivas is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Desoto, TX. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Ramos-Rivas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Edid Ramos-Rivas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ramos-Rivas is affiliated with William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Methodist Dallas Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
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Is Edid Ramos-Rivas accepting new patients in Desoto, TX?
Yes, Dr. Edid Ramos-Rivas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edid Ramos-Rivas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ramos-Rivas's office at (972) 228-4888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edid Ramos-Rivas?
Please contact Dr. Ramos-Rivas's office at (972) 228-4888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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