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Dr. Thomas Rives, MD
Little River, SC
34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rives, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Little River, SC?
Dr. Thomas Rives, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Little River, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years. Dr. Rives graduated from University of Nebraska College of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Florida Program. Dr. Rives is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rives’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rives’s office.
Where did Dr. Rives go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Florida Program
Medical School: University of Nebraska College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Rives speak?
Dr. Rives and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Rives typically treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Rives 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. Rives. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Rives typically perform?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Rives may include:
Please contact Dr. Rives' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Rives accept my insurance?
Dr. Rives 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. Rives accept in Little River, SC?
Dr. Rives in Little River, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rives' office located?
What is Dr. Rives's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rives's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457342370.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rives?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rives
What is Dr. Thomas Rives's specialty?
Dr. Rives is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Little River, SC.
What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?
A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.
Is this Dr. Thomas Rives affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rives is affiliated with Mcleod Health Loris, Mcleod Regional Medical Center, Musc Health University 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 a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Thomas Rives accepting new patients in Little River, SC?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Rives is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Rives offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rives's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Rives?
Please contact Dr. Rives's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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