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Dr. Dency Rivas, MD

Tampa, FL

41 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Rivas, Family Medicine Specialist in Tampa, FL?

    Dr. Dency Rivas, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Rivas graduated from Universidad De Buenos Aires, Facultad De Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at St Francis Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Rivas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rivas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rivas’s office at (813) 628-4400.

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

    • Residency: St Francis Med Ctr, General Surgery | St Francis Hospital and Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University De Buenos Aires- Fac De Med- Buenos Aires- Argentina | Universidad De Buenos Aires, 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

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Rivas treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Overweight
    • Obesity
    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity from Excess Calories
    • 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
    • Diet-Related Obesity
    • Common Obesity
    • Nutritional Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E663: Overweight
    • E669: Obesity, unspecified
    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
    • E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetic Vascular Complications
    • Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • High Blood Pressure
    • CKD Stage 3
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    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:

    • Heart Failure
    • Systolic Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency
    • Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
    • HFrEF
    • Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified
    • I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
    • Heart Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Rivas perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Dency Rivas may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Rivas' office.

    Does Dr. Rivas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rivas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 628-4400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rivas accept in Tampa, FL?

    Dr. Rivas in Tampa, 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

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Integrated Home Care Services

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Rivas' office located?

    Dr. Dency Rivas' Primary Practice

    7108 Causeway Blvd

    Tampa, FL 33619

    (813) 628-4400

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    What is Dr. Rivas's NPI number?An 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 1861493900.

    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. Dency Rivas's specialty?

    Dr. Rivas is a Family Medicine Specialist near Tampa, FL. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Rivas to book an appointment today.

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

    No, Rivas is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Dency Rivas accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?

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

    Does Dr. Dency Rivas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rivas's office at (813) 628-4400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dency Rivas?

    Please contact Dr. Rivas's office at (813) 628-4400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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