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Who is Dr. Hernandez Rivera, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Gainesville, FL?
Dr. Jose Hernandez Rivera, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Gainesville, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hernandez Rivera is fluent in English and Spanish, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hernandez Rivera’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hernandez Rivera’s office.
What languages does Dr. Hernandez Rivera speak?
Dr. Hernandez Rivera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Hernandez Rivera treat?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hernandez 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. Hernandez 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.
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- HLHS
- Underdeveloped Left Heart
- Complex Congenital Heart Disease
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Sudden heart failure
- Acute congestive heart failure
- Sudden cardiac decompensation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5021: Acute systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Acute Pulmonary Edema
- Lung Disease
- Sudden Fluid in Lungs
- Acute Lung Congestion
- Flash Pulmonary Edema
ICD-10 Codes:
- J810: Acute pulmonary edema
What procedures does Dr. Hernandez Rivera perform?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hernandez Rivera 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. Hernandez 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.
Also known as:
- Daily ECMO Management (Veno-Arterial)
- Extracorporeal Life Support Management
- Veno-Arterial ECMO Care
- ECMO Daily Physician Management
CPT Codes:
- 33949: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)/extracorporeal life support (ECLS) provided by physician; daily management, each day, veno-arterial
Does Dr. Hernandez Rivera accept my insurance?
Dr. Hernandez Rivera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hernandez Rivera accept in Gainesville, FL?
Dr. Hernandez Rivera in Gainesville, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
MedImpact
State of Alabama
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hernandez Rivera's office located?
What is Dr. Hernandez Rivera's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hernandez Rivera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790124972.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hernandez Rivera?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hernandez Rivera
What is Dr. Jose Hernandez Rivera's specialty?
Dr. Hernandez Rivera is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near Gainesville, FL. A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment. Contact Dr. Hernandez Rivera to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jose Hernandez Rivera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hernandez Rivera is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville, Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital 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 Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
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Is Jose Hernandez Rivera accepting new patients in Gainesville, FL?
No, Dr. Jose Hernandez Rivera is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jose Hernandez Rivera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hernandez Rivera's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jose Hernandez Rivera?
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