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Who is Dr. Rivera, Anesthesiologist in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Andrew Rivera, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Rivera is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rivera’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rivera’s office.
What languages does Dr. Rivera speak?
Dr. Rivera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Rivera treat?
As a Anesthesiologist, 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:
- Age-Related Cataract
- Cataract
- Senile Cataract
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
ICD-10 Codes:
- H259: Unspecified age-related cataract
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Rivera perform as a Anesthesiologist?
As a Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Andrew Rivera may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
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 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rivera accept in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Rivera in Tacoma, WA 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Humana
Medicare
Scan Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Rivera's office located?
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 1629464474.
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. Andrew Rivera's specialty?
Dr. Rivera is a Anesthesiologist near Tacoma, WA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Rivera to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Andrew 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
Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?
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Is Andrew Rivera accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Rivera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Rivera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rivera's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Rivera?
Please contact Dr. Rivera's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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