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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Perez Rivera, Internist in Brunswick, GA?
Dr. Ricardo Perez Rivera, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Brunswick, GA. Dr. Perez Rivera is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Perez Rivera’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Perez Rivera’s office at (912) 466-4079.
What languages does Dr. Perez Rivera speak?
Dr. Perez Rivera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Perez Rivera typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Perez 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. Perez 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Perez Rivera typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ricardo Perez Rivera may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Perez Rivera's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Perez Rivera accept my insurance?
Dr. Perez Rivera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (912) 466-4079 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Perez Rivera accept in Brunswick, GA?
Dr. Perez Rivera in Brunswick, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Athena Health Care Systems
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Doctors Healthcare Plans
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Perez Rivera's office located?
Dr. Ricardo Perez Rivera's Primary Practice
2415 Parkwood Dr
Brunswick, GA 31520
(912) 466-4079
What is Dr. Perez Rivera's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Perez Rivera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821474099.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Perez Rivera?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Perez Rivera
What is Dr. Ricardo Perez Rivera's specialty?
Dr. Perez Rivera is a Internist near Brunswick, GA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Ricardo Perez Rivera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Perez Rivera is affiliated with West Kendall Baptist Hospital, Baptist Hospital Of Miami, Homestead Hospital, Doctors' Hospital - Coral Gables (fl), Southeast Georgia Health System Brunswick Campus 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ricardo Perez Rivera accepting new patients in Brunswick, GA?
Yes, Dr. Ricardo Perez Rivera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ricardo Perez Rivera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Perez Rivera's office at (912) 466-4079 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ricardo Perez Rivera?
Please contact Dr. Perez Rivera's office at (912) 466-4079 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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