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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rivera, Hospitalist in The Woodlands, TX?
Dr. Julio Rivera, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in The Woodlands, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Rivera graduated from Universidad Mariano Galvez De Guatemala, Facultad De Ciencias Medicas Y De La Salud. Dr. Rivera is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rivera’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rivera’s office.
Where did Dr. Rivera go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Universidad Mariano Galvez De Guatemala, Facultad De Ciencias Medicas Y De La Salud | Universidad Mariano Galvez De Guatemala, Facultad De Ciencias Medicas Y De La Salud
What languages does Dr. Rivera speak?
Dr. Rivera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Rivera typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Rivera 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. Rivera. 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:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
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:
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Rivera typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Julio Rivera may include:
Please contact Dr. Rivera's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Rivera accept my insurance?
Dr. Rivera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rivera accept in The Woodlands, TX?
Dr. Rivera in The Woodlands, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AmeriBen
Cigna Group
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Imperial Health Holdings
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rivera's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Julio Rivera?
Dr. Rivera has appointments available at his The Woodlands, TX office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Rivera's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rivera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932192929.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rivera?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rivera
What is Dr. Julio Rivera's specialty?
Dr. Rivera is a Hospitalist near The Woodlands, TX.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Julio Rivera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rivera is affiliated with St. Luke's Health - The Woodlands Hospital, St. Luke's Health - The Vintage Hospital, Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital, Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, Hca Houston Healthcare Kingwood, Houston Methodist Willowbrook 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Julio Rivera accepting new patients in The Woodlands, TX?
Yes, Dr. Julio Rivera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Julio Rivera offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Rivera, or contact the office for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Julio Rivera?
Please contact Dr. Rivera's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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