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Who is Dr. Rivera-Nieves, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Sarasota, FL?
Dr. Desiree Rivera-Nieves, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Sarasota, FL. She is board certified. Dr. Rivera-Nieves is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rivera-Nieves’s office at (941) 960-1314.
What languages does Dr. Rivera-Nieves speak?
Dr. Rivera-Nieves and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Rivera-Nieves treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Rivera-Nieves 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-Nieves. 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:
- Constipation
- Slow Transit Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
- Chronic Constipation
- Sluggish Bowel
- Colonic Inertia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
- K5901: Slow transit constipation
- K5909: Other constipation
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Nausea
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick to Stomach
- Queasiness
- Upset Stomach
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
- R110: Nausea
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Upper Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Upper stomach pain
- Pain in upper belly
- Epigastric discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R1010: Upper abdominal pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
Also known as:
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Feeding Difficulties
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
Also known as:
- Abnormal Liver Function Test
- Liver Disease
- Irregular Liver Function Study
- Unusual Liver Exam
- Liver Disease Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R945: Abnormal results of liver function studies
Also known as:
- Chronic Pediatric Feeding Disorder
- Long-term Child Feeding Problem
- Chronic Infant Feeding Issue
- Persistent Pediatric Eating Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6332: Pediatric feeding disorder, chronic
Also known as:
- Obesity from Excess Calories
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Diet-Related Obesity
- Common Obesity
- Nutritional Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Underweight
- Body Weight
- Low body weight
- Below healthy weight
- Malnutrition
ICD-10 Codes:
- R636: Underweight
Also known as:
- Unexplained Weight Loss
- Involuntary Weight Loss
- Significant Weight Loss
- Unintentional Weight Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- R634: Abnormal weight loss
Also known as:
- Fecal Impaction
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Severe Constipation
- Impacted Stool
- Bowel Impaction
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5641: Fecal impaction
Which procedures does Dr. Rivera-Nieves perform as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Desiree Rivera-Nieves may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Rivera-Nieves' office.
Does Dr. Rivera-Nieves accept my insurance?
Dr. Rivera-Nieves accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (941) 960-1314 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rivera-Nieves accept in Sarasota, FL?
Dr. Rivera-Nieves in Sarasota, 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
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
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Where is Dr. Rivera-Nieves' office located?
Dr. Desiree Rivera-Nieves' Primary Practice
4040 Sawyer Rd
Sarasota, FL 34233
(941) 960-1314
What is Dr. Rivera-Nieves's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rivera-Nieves's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487940573.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rivera-Nieves?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rivera-Nieves
What is Dr. Desiree Rivera-Nieves's specialty?
Dr. Rivera-Nieves is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Sarasota, FL. A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs. Contact Dr. Rivera-Nieves to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Desiree Rivera-Nieves affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Rivera-Nieves is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Sarasota Memorial Hospital - Sarasota Campus. 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
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Is Desiree Rivera-Nieves accepting new patients in Sarasota, FL?
Yes, Dr. Desiree Rivera-Nieves is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Desiree Rivera-Nieves offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rivera-Nieves's office at (941) 960-1314 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Desiree Rivera-Nieves?
Please contact Dr. Rivera-Nieves's office at (941) 960-1314 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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