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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Martinez, Nephrologist in Bell, CA?
Dr. Rivera Martinez, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Bell, CA. Dr. Martinez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Martinez’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Martinez’s office at (323) 771-7466.
What languages does Dr. Martinez speak?
Dr. Martinez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Martinez typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Martinez 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. Martinez. 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 from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- 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
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Martinez typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Rivera Martinez may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Martinez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Martinez accept my insurance?
Dr. Martinez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 771-7466 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Martinez accept in Bell, CA?
Dr. Martinez in Bell, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Martinez's office located?
Dr. Rivera Martinez's Primary Practice
4566 Florence Ave Ste 5
Bell, CA 90201
(323) 771-7466
What is Dr. Martinez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Martinez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700924909.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Martinez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Martinez
What is Dr. Rivera Martinez's specialty?
Dr. Martinez is a Nephrologist near Bell, CA.
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. Rivera Martinez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Martinez is affiliated with Pih Health Whittier Hospital, Community Hospital Of Huntington Park, Adventist Health White Memorial 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 a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Rivera Martinez accepting new patients in Bell, CA?
Yes, Dr. Rivera Martinez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rivera Martinez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Martinez's office at (323) 771-7466 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rivera Martinez?
Please contact Dr. Martinez's office at (323) 771-7466 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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