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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rivera, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Toledo, OH?
Dr. Nicolas Rivera, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Toledo, OH with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Rivera graduated from De La Salle Health Sciences Institute College of Medicine and completed his residency at Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center Program. Dr. Rivera is fluent in English, Filipino; Pilipino, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rivera’s office at (419) 291-4000.
Where did Dr. Rivera go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center Program
Medical School: De La Salle Health Sciences Institute College of Medicine
Is Dr. Rivera board certified as a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Nicolas Rivera, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Rivera speak?
Dr. Rivera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Filipino; Pilipino
Tagalog
What conditions does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Rivera typically treat?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
What procedures does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Rivera typically perform?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Nicolas Rivera may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Rivera's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Rivera accept my insurance?
Dr. Rivera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (419) 291-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rivera accept in Toledo, OH?
Dr. Rivera in Toledo, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Rivera's office located?
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 1609044296.
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. Nicolas Rivera's specialty?
Dr. Rivera is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near Toledo, OH.
What does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment.
Is this Dr. Nicolas Rivera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rivera is affiliated with Promedica Toledo 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
When to see a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nicolas Rivera accepting new patients in Toledo, OH?
Yes, Dr. Nicolas Rivera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicolas Rivera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rivera's office at (419) 291-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicolas Rivera?
Please contact Dr. Rivera's office at (419) 291-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nicolas Rivera have?
Dr. Nicolas Rivera is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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