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Dr. Humberto Rivas, MD

Pediatrician

Gonzales, TX

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Rivas, Pediatrician in Gonzales, TX?

    Dr. Humberto Rivas, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Gonzales, TX. He has been practicing for over 32 years. Dr. Rivas graduated from Escuela Autonoma De Ciencias Medicas De Centro America, Universidad De Ciencias Medicas (Ucimed),San Jose, Costa Rica and completed his residency at Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Pediatrics. Dr. Rivas is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rivas’s office at (830) 672-7581.

    Where did Dr. Rivas go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Pediatrics | University Hospital/Childrens Hospital Of New Jersery-Umdnj | UMDNJ

    • Medical School: Esc Auto De Cien Med De Centro America San Jose Costa Rica | Escuela Autonoma De Ciencias Medicas De Centro America, Universidad De Ciencias Medicas (Ucimed),San Jose, Costa Rica | Escuela Autonoma De Ciencias Medicas De Centro America, Universidad De Ciencias Medicas (Ucimed),San Jose, Costa Rica | Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas

    What languages does Dr. Rivas speak?

    Dr. Rivas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Portuguese
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Rivas typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Rivas 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. 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:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Childhood Language Delay
    • Global Speech Delay
    • Unspecified Communication Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Rivas typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Rivas 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. Rivas. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Rivas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rivas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (830) 672-7581 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rivas accept in Gonzales, TX?

    Dr. Rivas in Gonzales, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Baylor Scott & White Holdings

    • Centene Corporation

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    Where is Dr. Rivas' office located?

    Dr. Humberto Rivas' Primary Practice

    1110 N Sarah Dewitt Dr

    Gonzales, TX 78629

    (830) 672-7581

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    What hospitals are Dr. Rivas affiliated with?

    Dr. Rivas has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Gonzales Healthcare Systems - Memorial Hospital,Gonzales, TX

    What is Dr. Rivas's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Rivas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376547919.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rivas?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rivas

    What is Dr. Humberto Rivas's specialty?

    Dr. Rivas is a Pediatrician near Gonzales, TX.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Humberto Rivas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Rivas is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Gonzales Healthcare Systems - Memorial Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Humberto Rivas accepting new patients in Gonzales, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Humberto Rivas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Humberto Rivas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rivas' office at (830) 672-7581 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Humberto Rivas?

    Please contact Dr. Rivas' office at (830) 672-7581 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Rivas' office located?

    Dr. Rivas' office is located in Gonzales, TX.