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15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Riva, Cardiologist in Hemet, CA?
Dr. Gregory Riva, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Hemet, CA. He has been practicing for over 15 years. Dr. Riva graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School. Dr. Riva is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Riva’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Riva’s office at (951) 652-5555.
Where did Dr. Riva go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School
What languages does Dr. Riva speak?
Dr. Riva and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Riva treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Riva 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. Riva. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Ventricular Tachycardia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
- VT
- V-tach
- Fast Ventricular Rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
- I4729: Other ventricular tachycardia
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Riva perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Riva 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. Riva. 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:
- Artery Catheter Placement
- Selective Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Artery Catheter
- Abdominal Artery Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36245: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; each first order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
Also known as:
- Implantable Defibrillator Placement
- ICD insertion
- Permanent defibrillator implant
- Heart defibrillator replacement
- Transvenous defibrillator system
CPT Codes:
- 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber
Also known as:
- Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
- Pacemaker Generator Exchange
- Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
- Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
- Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
- Under-Skin Heart Monitor
- Cardiac Event Recorder Implant
CPT Codes:
- 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming
Also known as:
- Removal of Implantable Heart Monitor
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Monitor Removal
- Loop Recorder Removal
- Implantable Loop Recorder Excision
CPT Codes:
- 33286: Removal, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor
Also known as:
- Left Ventricle Pacing Lead Insertion
- Cardiac Pacing Electrode Placement
- LV Lead Insertion
- Pacemaker Upgrade Lead
CPT Codes:
- 33225: Insertion of pacing electrode, cardiac venous system, for left ventricular pacing, at time of insertion of implantable defibrillator or pacemaker pulse generator (eg, for upgrade to dual chamber system) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
- Permanent Pacemaker Placement
- Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
- Heart Rhythm Device Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular
Also known as:
- Defibrillator Generator Replacement
- ICD Generator Change
- Implantable Defibrillator Battery Change
- Defibrillator Device Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33264: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; multiple lead system
Also known as:
- Defibrillator Battery Replacement
- ICD Generator Replacement
- Implantable Defibrillator Exchange
- Dual Lead Defibrillator Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33263: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; dual lead system
Also known as:
- Leadless Pacemaker Insertion
- Transcatheter Pacemaker
- Wireless Pacemaker Implant
- Right Ventricular Pacemaker
CPT Codes:
- 33274: Transcatheter insertion or replacement of permanent leadless pacemaker, right ventricular, including imaging guidance (eg, fluoroscopy, venous ultrasound, ventriculography, femoral venography) and device evaluation (eg, interrogation or programming), when performed
Does Dr. Riva accept my insurance?
Dr. Riva accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (951) 652-5555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Riva accept in Hemet, CA?
Dr. Riva in Hemet, 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
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Inland Empire
Inland Faculty Medical Group, Inc
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Utah
The Medical Access Program
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Riva's office located?
Dr. Gregory Riva's Primary Practice
1275 E Latham Ave Ste A
Hemet, CA 92543
(951) 652-5555
What is Dr. Riva's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Riva's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700088630.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Riva?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Riva
What is Dr. Gregory Riva's specialty?
Dr. Riva is a Cardiologist near Hemet, CA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Riva to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gregory Riva affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Riva is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center, Riverside Community Hospital, Temecula Valley Hospital, Arrowhead Regional 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
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Is Gregory Riva accepting new patients in Hemet, CA?
Yes, Dr. Gregory Riva is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gregory Riva offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Riva's office at (951) 652-5555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gregory Riva?
Please contact Dr. Riva's office at (951) 652-5555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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