Dr. Jorge Rivero Becerra, MD
Pittsburgh, PA
16 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rivero Becerra, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Jorge Rivero Becerra, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Rivero Becerra is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rivero Becerra’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rivero Becerra’s office at (412) 279-1231.
Is Dr. Rivero Becerra board certified as an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Jorge Rivero Becerra, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Rivero Becerra speak?
Dr. Rivero Becerra and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Rivero Becerra typically treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Rivero Becerra 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 Becerra. 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:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Rivero Becerra typically perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Rivero Becerra 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. Rivero Becerra. 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:
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
CPT Codes:
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
CPT Codes:
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
Also known as:
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
- Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
- Sacral Facet Nerve Block
- Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain
CPT Codes:
- 64635: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, single facet joint
Also known as:
- Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
- Lumbar Facet Denervation
CPT Codes:
- 64636: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, each additional facet joint (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Rivero Becerra accept my insurance?
Dr. Rivero Becerra accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 279-1231 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rivero Becerra accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Rivero Becerra in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Highmark Health
Humana
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Rivero Becerra's office located?
Dr. Jorge Rivero Becerra's Primary Practice
363 Vanadium Rd Ste 106
Pittsburgh, PA 15243
(412) 279-1231
What is Dr. Rivero Becerra's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rivero Becerra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396780409.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rivero Becerra?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rivero Becerra
What is Dr. Jorge Rivero Becerra's specialty?
Dr. Rivero Becerra is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Pittsburgh, PA.
What does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist do?
Interventional pain medicine focuses on diagnosing and treating pain and related disorders using interventional techniques. It is primarily aimed at managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, either as a standalone treatment or in combination with other therapeutic approaches.
Is this Dr. Jorge Rivero Becerra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rivero Becerra is affiliated with St. Clair Hospital, Upmc Washington, Butler Memorial Hospital, Heritage Valley Sewickley, Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Wvu Medicine Wheeling 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
When to see an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jorge Rivero Becerra accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Jorge Rivero Becerra is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jorge Rivero Becerra offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rivero Becerra's office at (412) 279-1231 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jorge Rivero Becerra?
Please contact Dr. Rivero Becerra's office at (412) 279-1231 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jorge Rivero Becerra have?
Dr. Jorge Rivero Becerra is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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