Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rivera, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Josette Rivera, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Rivera completed her residency at Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Rivera is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rivera’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rivera’s office at (410) 550-8680.
Where did Dr. Rivera go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Johns Hopkins Hospital, Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology | Johns Hopkins Hospital, Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology
Residency: Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals
What languages does Dr. Rivera speak?
Dr. Rivera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Rivera typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Rivera 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. Rivera. 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:
- Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Urological Device Fitting
- Bladder Device Adjustment
- Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Rivera typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Josette Rivera may include:
Please contact Dr. Rivera's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Rivera accept my insurance?
Dr. Rivera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 550-8680 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rivera accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Rivera in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
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Where is Dr. Rivera's office located?
Dr. Josette Rivera's Primary Practice
400 Parnassus Ave
San Francisco, CA 94143
(410) 550-8680
What is Dr. Rivera's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rivera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497895882.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rivera?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rivera
What is Dr. Josette Rivera's specialty?
Dr. Rivera is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near San Francisco, CA.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Josette Rivera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rivera is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist. 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 Josette Rivera accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Josette Rivera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Josette Rivera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rivera's office at (410) 550-8680 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Josette Rivera?
Please contact Dr. Rivera's office at (410) 550-8680 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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