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Who is Dr. Rives, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Adam Rives, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Rives graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Missouri-Kansas City. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery, American Society for Surgery of the Hand. Dr. Rives is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rives’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rives’s office at (805) 682-2267.
Where did Dr. Rives go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of California, San Francisco, Hand, upper extremity, and microvascular surgery
Residency: University of Missouri-Kansas City
Medical School: Tulane University of Louisiana -- | Tulane Univ School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Rives speak?
Dr. Rives and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Rives typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Rives 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. Rives. 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:
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
- Left Wrist Nerve Compression
- Left Hand Numbness
- Left CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
Also known as:
- Dupuytren's Contracture
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Dupuytren contracture
- Palmar fibromatosis
- Viking disease
- Hand contracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- M720: Palmar fascial fibromatosis [Dupuytren]
Also known as:
- Trigger Left Middle Finger
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Left Middle Finger
- Left Middle Finger Tendonitis
- Snapping Left Middle Finger
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65332: Trigger finger, left middle finger
Also known as:
- De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- De Quervain's Disease
- Washerwoman's Sprain
- Radial Styloid Tenosynovitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M654: Radial styloid tenosynovitis [de Quervain]
Also known as:
- Removal of Internal Fixation Device
- Fractures
- Hardware removal surgery
- Implant removal procedure
- Fixation device extraction
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z472: Encounter for removal of internal fixation device
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of the right hand
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Hand Arthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19042: Primary osteoarthritis, left hand
- M19041: Primary osteoarthritis, right hand
Also known as:
- Trigger Thumb
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Thumb
- Thumb Tendonitis
- Thumb Locking
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65311: Trigger thumb, right thumb
What procedures does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon like Dr. Rives typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Dr. Rives 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. Rives. 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:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery (Endoscopic)
- Trigger Finger Release Surgery
- Endoscopy
- Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Surgery
- Wrist Endoscopy for Carpal Tunnel
- Transverse Carpal Ligament Release
- Tendon Sheath Incision
- Trigger Finger Tenolysis
- Finger Tendon Release
- Hand Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29848: Endoscopy, wrist, surgical, with release of transverse carpal ligament
- 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Hand or Finger Cyst Removal
- Ganglion cyst removal hand
- Tendon sheath lesion excision
- Mucous cyst removal finger
CPT Codes:
- 26160: Excision of lesion of tendon sheath or joint capsule (eg, cyst, mucous cyst, or ganglion), hand or finger
Also known as:
- Finger or Palm Tendon Sheath Removal
- Flexor Tenosynovectomy
- Tendon Sheath Excision (Hand)
- Radical Synovectomy of Tendon
CPT Codes:
- 26145: Synovectomy, tendon sheath, radical (tenosynovectomy), flexor tendon, palm and/or finger, each tendon
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Transfer
- Local Flap Reconstruction
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Does Dr. Rives accept my insurance?
Dr. Rives accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 682-2267 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rives accept in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Rives in Santa Barbara, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Globe Life
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Rives' office located?
Dr. Adam Rives' Primary Practice
2323 De la Vina St Ste 201
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
(805) 682-2267
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery, American Society for Surgery of the Hand
Member
Awards
Resident of the year, 2012 UMKC School of Medicine, Dept. of Orthopedi
What is Dr. Rives's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rives's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508084690.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rives?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rives
What is Dr. Adam Rives's specialty?
Dr. Rives is a Orthopedic Hand Surgeon near Santa Barbara, CA.
What does an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon do?
An orthopaedic surgeon specializing in the upper extremity focuses on the investigation, preservation, and restoration of all structures affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist. This specialist employs medical, surgical, and rehabilitative techniques to treat various conditions and injuries related to the upper extremity.
Is this Dr. Adam Rives affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Rives is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lompoc Valley Medical Center, Adventist Health Sierra Vista. 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 Adam Rives accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?
Yes, Dr. Adam Rives is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Adam Rives offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rives's office at (805) 682-2267 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Adam Rives?
Please contact Dr. Rives's office at (805) 682-2267 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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