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Dr. Nalliene Chavez Rivera, MD

Dr. Nalliene Chavez Rivera, MD

Roanoke, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chavez Rivera, Internist in Roanoke, VA?

    Dr. Nalliene Chavez Rivera, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Roanoke, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chavez Rivera is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chavez Rivera’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chavez Rivera’s office at (540) 981-7000.

    What languages does Dr. Chavez Rivera speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Chavez Rivera typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Chavez 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. Chavez 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Chavez Rivera typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Nalliene Chavez Rivera may include:

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

    Does Dr. Chavez Rivera accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chavez Rivera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (540) 981-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chavez Rivera accept in Roanoke, VA?

    Dr. Chavez Rivera in Roanoke, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Chavez Rivera's office located?

    Dr. Nalliene Chavez Rivera's Primary Practice

    1906 Belleview Ave SE

    Roanoke, VA 24014

    (540) 981-7000

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    Dr. Nalliene Chavez Rivera's Practice 2

    1 Health Cir

    Lexington, VA 24450

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    Dr. Nalliene Chavez Rivera's Practice 3

    2900 Lamb Cir

    Christiansburg, VA 24073

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

    Dr. Chavez Rivera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952755233.

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

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

    What is Dr. Nalliene Chavez Rivera's specialty?

    Dr. Chavez Rivera is a Internist near Roanoke, VA.

    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. Nalliene Chavez Rivera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chavez Rivera is affiliated with Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, Lewisgale Medical Center 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Nalliene Chavez Rivera accepting new patients in Roanoke, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Nalliene Chavez Rivera is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nalliene Chavez Rivera offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chavez Rivera's office at (540) 981-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nalliene Chavez Rivera?

    Please contact Dr. Chavez Rivera's office at (540) 981-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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