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Dr. Fernando Rivera Alvarez, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Kissimmee, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rivera Alvarez, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Kissimmee, FL?

    Dr. Fernando Rivera Alvarez, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Kissimmee, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Rivera Alvarez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rivera Alvarez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rivera Alvarez’s office at (321) 697-1730.

    What languages does Dr. Rivera Alvarez speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Rivera Alvarez typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Rivera Alvarez 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 Alvarez. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Rivera Alvarez typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Fernando Rivera Alvarez may include:

    Please contact Dr. Rivera Alvarez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Rivera Alvarez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rivera Alvarez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (321) 697-1730 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rivera Alvarez accept in Kissimmee, FL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Riverside Health

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    Where is Dr. Rivera Alvarez's office located?

    Dr. Fernando Rivera Alvarez's Primary Practice

    720 W Oak St Ste 201

    Kissimmee, FL 34741

    (321) 697-1730

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    Suite 70

    8500 State Road 70 E

    Bradenton, FL 34202

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    Dr. Fernando Rivera Alvarez's Practice 3

    6700 Lake Nona Blvd

    Orlando, FL 32827

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    What is Dr. Rivera Alvarez's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Rivera Alvarez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356837371.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rivera Alvarez?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rivera Alvarez

    What is Dr. Fernando Rivera Alvarez's specialty?

    Dr. Rivera Alvarez is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Kissimmee, FL.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Fernando Rivera Alvarez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rivera Alvarez is affiliated with Ucf Lake Nona Hospital, Hca Florida Osceola Hospital, Hca Florida Brandon 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

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    Is Dr. Fernando Rivera Alvarez accepting new patients in Kissimmee, FL?

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

    Does Dr. Fernando Rivera Alvarez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rivera Alvarez's office at (321) 697-1730 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Fernando Rivera Alvarez?

    Please contact Dr. Rivera Alvarez's office at (321) 697-1730 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Rivera Alvarez's office located?

    Dr. Rivera Alvarez's offices are located in Kissimmee, FL, Bradenton, FL, and Orlando, FL.