Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rivas-Chacon, Rheumatologist in Miami, FL?
Dr. Rafael Rivas-Chacon, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Rivas-Chacon graduated from Universidad de El Salvador Facultad de Medicina. Dr. Rivas-Chacon is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rivas-Chacon’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rivas-Chacon’s office at (305) 663-8505.
Where did Dr. Rivas-Chacon go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Universidad de El Salvador Facultad de Medicina
What languages does Dr. Rivas-Chacon speak?
Dr. Rivas-Chacon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Rivas-Chacon treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Rivas-Chacon 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. Rivas-Chacon. 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 Antibody Levels
- Immune System and Disorder
- Elevated Antibody Titer
- Increased Antibodies
- Positive Antibody Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R760: Raised antibody titer
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Chronic Inflammatory Arthritis
- Autoimmune Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0589: Other rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
- M0689: Other specified rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Lupus with Organ Involvement
- Lupus kidney disease
- Other Lupus Condition
- Lupus
- Kidney Disease
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- SLE Affecting Organs
- Lupus Complications
- Lupus nephritis
- Kidney inflammation from lupus
- Glomerulonephritis in SLE
- Different Types of Lupus
- Atypical Lupus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3219: Other organ or system involvement in systemic lupus erythematosus
- M3214: Glomerular disease in systemic lupus erythematosus
- M328: Other forms of systemic lupus erythematosus
Also known as:
- Arthritis in Multiple Joints
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Arthritis
- Widespread Arthritis
- Multiple Joint Inflammation
- Generalized Arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Polyarthritis
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M130: Polyarthritis, unspecified
- M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Other Forms of Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
- Secondary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
- M818: Other osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Juvenile Arthritis
- Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
- JIA
- Childhood arthritis
- Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M083: Juvenile rheumatoid polyarthritis (seronegative)
Also known as:
- Other Types of Psoriasis
- Psoriasis
- Atypical psoriasis
- Uncommon psoriasis
- Variant psoriasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L408: Other psoriasis
Also known as:
- Connective Tissue Overlap Syndrome
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Mixed Connective Tissue Disease
- Overlap Syndrome
- Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M351: Other overlap syndromes
Also known as:
- Eye inflammation after injury to other eye
- Eye Disease
- Sympathetic ophthalmia
- Post-traumatic uveitis
- Autoimmune eye inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H44133: Sympathetic uveitis, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Atypical psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis-related joint condition
- Unspecified psoriatic arthropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4059: Other psoriatic arthropathy
Also known as:
- Multiple Site Bone Density and Structure Disorder
- Bone Density
- Bone Disease
- Widespread Bone Density Disorder
- Generalized Bone Structure Problem
- Multi-site Bone Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M8589: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Localized Scleroderma
- Scleroderma
- Morphea
- Skin hardening
- Connective tissue hardening
ICD-10 Codes:
- L940: Localized scleroderma [morphea]
Which procedures does Dr. Rivas-Chacon perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Rafael Rivas-Chacon may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Rivas-Chacon's office.
Does Dr. Rivas-Chacon accept my insurance?
Dr. Rivas-Chacon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 663-8505 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rivas-Chacon accept in Miami, FL?
Dr. Rivas-Chacon in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AvMed Health Plan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Highmark Inc.
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Rivas-Chacon's office located?
Dr. Rafael Rivas-Chacon's Primary Practice
3200 SW 60th Ct Ste 105
Miami, FL 33155
(305) 663-8505
What is Dr. Rivas-Chacon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rivas-Chacon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306875075.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rivas-Chacon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rivas-Chacon
What is Dr. Rafael Rivas-Chacon's specialty?
Dr. Rivas-Chacon is a Rheumatologist near Miami, FL. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Rivas-Chacon to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rafael Rivas-Chacon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rivas-Chacon 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
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Is Rafael Rivas-Chacon accepting new patients in Miami, FL?
Yes, Dr. Rafael Rivas-Chacon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rafael Rivas-Chacon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rivas-Chacon's office at (305) 663-8505 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rafael Rivas-Chacon?
Please contact Dr. Rivas-Chacon's office at (305) 663-8505 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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