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32 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Rivera, Pediatrician in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Christine Rivera, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Corpus Christi, TX. She has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Rivera is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rivera’s office at (361) 991-1885.
Where did Dr. Rivera go to medical school and complete their residency?
Is Dr. Rivera board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Christine Rivera, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
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 Pediatrician like Dr. Rivera typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, 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:
- Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
- Other Speech Problems
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Childhood Language Delay
- Global Speech Delay
- Unspecified Communication Disorder
- Unspecified speech issues
- Speech difficulties
- Communication problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified
- R4789: Other speech disturbances
Also known as:
- Developmental Coordination Disorder
- Other Developmental Disabilities
- Developmental Disabilities
- Dyspraxia
- Motor Skill Disorder
- Clumsiness Syndrome
- Atypical psychological development
- Unspecified developmental disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F82: Specific developmental disorder of motor function
- F88: Other disorders of psychological development
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism
- Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Newborn Jaundice
- Jaundice
- Neonatal Jaundice
- Infant Jaundice
- Physiological Jaundice
ICD-10 Codes:
- P599: Neonatal jaundice, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Back Pain
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Lack of Coordination
- Movement Disorder
- Clumsiness
- Ataxia
- Coordination Problems
- Unsteady Movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R278: Other lack of coordination
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Rivera typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Rivera 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. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Rivera accept my insurance?
Dr. Rivera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (361) 991-1885 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rivera accept in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Rivera in Corpus Christi, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Driscoll Children's Hospital
Health Care Service Corporation
State of Texas
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Where is Dr. Rivera's office located?
Dr. Christine Rivera's Primary Practice
6434 Saratoga Blvd
Corpus Christi, TX 78414
(361) 991-1885
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 1962474817.
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. Christine Rivera's specialty?
Dr. Rivera is a Pediatrician near Corpus Christi, 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 this Dr. Christine Rivera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Rivera 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
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Is Christine Rivera accepting new patients in Corpus Christi, TX?
Yes, Dr. Christine Rivera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christine Rivera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rivera's office at (361) 991-1885 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christine Rivera?
Please contact Dr. Rivera's office at (361) 991-1885 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christine Rivera have?
Dr. Christine Rivera is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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