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Dr. Richard Rivero, MD

Salina, KS

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rivero, Internist in Salina, KS?

    Dr. Richard Rivero, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Salina, KS with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years. Dr. Rivero completed his residency at Univ Ks Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine and is currently affiliated with Salina Regional Hospitalist Services. Dr. Rivero is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rivero’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rivero’s office at (785) 452-7742.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ks Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University Catolica De Cordoba, Fac De Med, Cordoba-Cba, Argentina

    What languages does Dr. Rivero speak?

    Dr. Rivero and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Rivero typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Rivero 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. Rivero. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Rivero typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Rivero may include:

    Please contact Dr. Rivero's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Rivero accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rivero accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (785) 452-7742 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rivero accept in Salina, KS?

    Dr. Rivero in Salina, KS 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 Kansas

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Kansas

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Rivero's office located?

    Salina Regional Hospitalist Services

    400 S Santa Fe Ave

    Salina, KS 67401

    (785) 452-7742

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    Wesley Medical Center

    550 N Hillside St

    Wichita, KS 67214

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    Dr. Richard Rivero's Practice 3

    105 S Broadway Ave Ste 730

    Wichita, KS 67202

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    What hospitals are Dr. Rivero affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Rivero has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Kansas Spine & Specialty Hospital,Wichita, KS
    Alliancehealth Blackwell,Blackwell, OK
    Hays Medical Center,Hays, KS
    Wilson Medical Center - Neodesha,Neodesha, KS

    What is Dr. Rivero's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Rivero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861468480.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rivero?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rivero

    What is Dr. Richard Rivero's specialty?

    Dr. Rivero is an Internist near Salina, KS.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is Dr. Richard Rivero affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rivero is affiliated with Wesley Medical Center, Salina Regional Health 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Richard Rivero accepting new patients in Salina, KS?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Rivero is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Rivero offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rivero's office at (785) 452-7742 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Rivero?

    Please contact Dr. Rivero's office at (785) 452-7742 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Rivero's office located?

    Dr. Rivero's offices are located in Salina, KS and Wichita, KS.