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Dr. Luis Rivera, MD

Santa Ana, CA

42 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Rivera, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Santa Ana, CA?

    Dr. Luis Rivera, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Santa Ana, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified. Dr. Rivera graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at Newark Beth Israel Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases St Joseph Mercy Hosp, General Surgery Detroit-MacOmb Hosps Corp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Rivera is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rivera’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rivera’s office at (714) 245-0800.

    Where did Dr. Rivera go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Newark Beth Israel Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases St Joseph Mercy Hosp, General Surgery Detroit-MacOmb Hosps Corp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | St Joseph Mercy-Oakland Program

    • Medical School: University De Chile, Esc De Pregrado, Fac De Med, Santiago, Chile | University of Michigan Medical School | Universidad de Chile Facultad de Medicina

    What languages does Dr. Rivera speak?

    Dr. Rivera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Rivera treat?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), 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.

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Strain of Lower Back Muscles, Fascia, and Tendons
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled lower back muscle
    • Lumbar muscle strain
    • Back tendon strain
    • Lower back soft tissue strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S39012A: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Which procedures does Dr. Rivera perform as a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by a Dr. Luis Rivera may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Rivera's office.

    Does Dr. Rivera accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rivera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 245-0800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rivera accept in Santa Ana, CA?

    Dr. Rivera in Santa Ana, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Commercial

    • All Other Territories

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Heritage Health

    • Other Health Care Provider

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    Where is Dr. Rivera's office located?

    Dr. Luis Rivera's Primary Practice

    800 N Tustin Ave Ste A

    Santa Ana, CA 92705

    (714) 245-0800

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    Dr. Luis Rivera's Practice 2

    640 S Placentia Ave

    Placentia, CA 92870

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    Dr. Luis Rivera's Practice 3

    2220 E Fruit St Ste 217

    Santa Ana, CA 92701

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    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 1922133388.

    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. Luis Rivera's specialty?

    Dr. Rivera is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Santa Ana, CA. A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions. Contact Dr. Rivera to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Luis Rivera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Rivera is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

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    Is Luis Rivera accepting new patients in Santa Ana, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Luis Rivera is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Luis Rivera offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rivera's office at (714) 245-0800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Luis Rivera?

    Please contact Dr. Rivera's office at (714) 245-0800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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