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Dr. Edgardo Rivera, MD

Kingman, AZ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rivera, Medical Oncologist in Kingman, AZ?

    Dr. Edgardo Rivera, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Kingman, AZ with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Rivera completed his residency at University Hosp, Emergency Medicine; Caguas Reg Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Rivera is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rivera’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rivera’s office at (928) 263-5666.

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

    • Residency: University Hosp, Emergency Medicine; Caguas Reg Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | U Tex-Bexarco Hosp

    • Medical School: Universidad Cetec,Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

    Is Dr. Rivera board certified as a Medical Oncologist?

    Yes, Dr. Edgardo Rivera, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    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 Medical Oncologist, 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:

    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Cancer Immunotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy
    • Oncology immunotherapy
    • Immune therapy for cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
    • Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
    • Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma
    • Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
    • Diffuse left female breast cancer
    • Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
    • Right female breast cancer upper-outer
    • Upper-outer right female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
    • C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
    • C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
    • C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Polycythemia
    • Blood Disorder
    • High red blood cell count (secondary)
    • Excess red blood cells (secondary)
    • Acquired polycythemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D751: Secondary polycythemia

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Right upper lobe lung cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Vascular Access Device Management
    • Vascular Access Care
    • Port Management
    • Catheter Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device

    What procedures does Dr. Rivera perform?

    As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. 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. 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:

    • Blood Transfusion
    • Blood Transfusion and Donation
    • Blood product transfusion
    • Red blood cell transfusion
    • Plasma transfusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components

    Also known as:

    • Declotting of Vascular Access Device
    • Catheter declotting
    • Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
    • Blocked port-a-cath treatment
    • Vascular access device unblocking

    CPT Codes:

    • 36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter

    Also known as:

    • Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
    • Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
    • Subcutaneous port placement
    • Central line with port

    CPT Codes:

    • 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Cancer Medicine Instillation
    • Intravesical Chemotherapy
    • Bladder Drug Instillation
    • Anticancer Bladder Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 51720: Bladder instillation of anticarcinogenic agent (including retention time)

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Blood Draw
    • Therapeutic Phlebotomy
    • Blood Letting
    • Blood Removal for Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 99195: Phlebotomy, therapeutic (separate procedure)

    Does Dr. Rivera accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rivera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (928) 263-5666 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rivera accept in Kingman, AZ?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • HealthComp

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sterling Jewelers

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Rivera's office located?

    Dr. Edgardo Rivera's Primary Practice

    3269 N Stockton Hill Rd

    Kingman, AZ 86409

    (928) 263-5666

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    Dr. Edgardo Rivera's Practice 2

    2120 Airway Ave

    Kingman, AZ 86409

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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 1265561070.

    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. Edgardo Rivera's specialty?

    Dr. Rivera is a Medical Oncologist near Kingman, AZ. An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options. Contact Dr. Rivera to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Rivera is affiliated with Kingman Regional Medical Center, Havasu Regional Medical Center, Valley View Medical Center, Flagstaff 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

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    Is Edgardo Rivera accepting new patients in Kingman, AZ?

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

    Does Dr. Edgardo Rivera offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rivera's office at (928) 263-5666 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Edgardo Rivera?

    Please contact Dr. Rivera's office at (928) 263-5666 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Edgardo Rivera have?

    Dr. Edgardo Rivera is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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