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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rivero, Internist in Miami, FL?
Dr. Homero Rivero, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Rivero graduated from Instituto Superior De Ciencias Medicas Villa Clara ',dr Serafin Ruiz De Zarate'. Dr. Rivero is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rivero’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rivero’s office at (305) 231-1454.
Where did Dr. Rivero go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Instituto Superior De Ciencias Medicas Villa Clara ',dr Serafin Ruiz De Zarate'
What languages does Dr. Rivero speak?
Dr. Rivero and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Rivero typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Rivero 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. Rivero. 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:
- Overweight
- Obesity
- Severe Obesity
- Body Weight
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Excess Weight
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E663: Overweight
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Rivero typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Homero Rivero 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. Rivero's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Rivero accept my insurance?
Dr. Rivero accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 231-1454 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rivero accept in Miami, FL?
Dr. Rivero in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareCentrix
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Doctors Healthcare Plans
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Florida
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Rivero's office located?
What is Dr. Rivero's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rivero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275573495.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rivero?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rivero
What is Dr. Homero Rivero's specialty?
Dr. Rivero is a Internist near Miami, FL.
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. Homero Rivero affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rivero is affiliated with Baptist Hospital Of Miami 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Homero Rivero accepting new patients in Miami, FL?
Yes, Dr. Homero Rivero is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Homero Rivero offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rivero's office at (305) 231-1454 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Homero Rivero?
Please contact Dr. Rivero's office at (305) 231-1454 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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