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15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rivera, Gastroenterologist in Chesapeake, VA?
Dr. Rene Rivera, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Chesapeake, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Rivera is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rivera’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rivera’s office at (757) 547-0798.
Is Dr. Rivera board certified in Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Rene Rivera, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal 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 Gastroenterologist, 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Sigmoid Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous sigmoid colon growth
- Sigmoid colon adenoma
- Sigmoid colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
- D125: Benign neoplasm of sigmoid colon
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Intestinal Diverticula
- Pouches in Intestine
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5790: Diverticulosis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Hernia
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hernia of the Diaphragm
ICD-10 Codes:
- K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Obesity
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- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Rivera perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Rene Rivera may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
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 (757) 547-0798 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rivera accept in Chesapeake, VA?
Dr. Rivera in Chesapeake, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
HealthSmart
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Rivera's office located?
Dr. Rene Rivera's Primary Practice
112 Gainsborough Sq Ste 200
Chesapeake, VA 23320
(757) 547-0798
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 1356537054.
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. Rene Rivera's specialty?
Dr. Rivera is a Gastroenterologist near Chesapeake, VA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Rivera to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rene Rivera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rivera is affiliated with Chesapeake Regional Medical Center, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?
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Is Rene Rivera accepting new patients in Chesapeake, VA?
Yes, Dr. Rene Rivera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rene Rivera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rivera's office at (757) 547-0798 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rene Rivera?
Please contact Dr. Rivera's office at (757) 547-0798 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rene Rivera have?
Dr. Rene Rivera is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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