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27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rivas, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Escondido, CA?
Dr. Jaime Rivas, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Escondido, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Rivas graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his residency at Mercy Hosp & Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Rivas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rivas’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rivas’s office at (760) 739-3300.
Where did Dr. Rivas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mercy Hosp & Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine | MERCY HOSPITAL
Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il | University of Illinois College of Medicine
Is Dr. Rivas board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Jaime Rivas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Rivas speak?
Dr. Rivas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Rivas typically treat?
As an Emergency 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Rivas typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jaime Rivas may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Rivas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Rivas accept my insurance?
Dr. Rivas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 739-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rivas accept in Escondido, CA?
Dr. Rivas in Escondido, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rivas' office located?
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 1699782987.
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. Jaime Rivas's specialty?
Dr. Rivas is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Escondido, CA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Jaime Rivas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rivas is affiliated with Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Uci Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Uci Health - Fountain Valley, Orange County Global Medical Center 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jaime Rivas accepting new patients in Escondido, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jaime Rivas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jaime Rivas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rivas's office at (760) 739-3300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jaime Rivas?
Please contact Dr. Rivas's office at (760) 739-3300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jaime Rivas have?
Dr. Jaime Rivas is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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