16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rivera, Physiatrist in Worcester, MA?
Dr. Anthony Rivera, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Worcester, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Rivera graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency at University Of California Los Angeles. Dr. Rivera is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rivera’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rivera’s office at (508) 964-5580.
Where did Dr. Rivera go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Of California Los Angeles
Medical School: Northwestern University The Feinberg School of 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 Physiatrist, 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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Lumbosacral Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Nerve Compression in Lumbosacral Spine
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4807: Spinal stenosis, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Tailbone Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Coccyx Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal Pain
- Tailbone Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Enthesopathy
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Joint Disorder
- Tendon Attachment Disorder
- Ligament Inflammation
- Enthesitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M779: Enthesopathy, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Rivera perform as a Physiatrist?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Anthony Rivera may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
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 (508) 964-5580 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rivera accept in Worcester, MA?
Dr. Rivera in Worcester, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Rivera's office located?
Dr. Anthony Rivera's Primary Practice
123 Summer St Ste 320
Worcester, MA 01608
(508) 964-5580
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 1487860524.
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. Anthony Rivera's specialty?
Dr. Rivera is a Physiatrist near Worcester, MA. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Rivera to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Anthony Rivera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rivera is affiliated with Sentara Leigh Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Anthony Rivera accepting new patients in Worcester, MA?
Yes, Dr. Anthony Rivera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Anthony Rivera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rivera's office at (508) 964-5580 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Anthony Rivera?
Please contact Dr. Rivera's office at (508) 964-5580 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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