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Dr. Maria Rivera, MD

Dr. Maria Rivera, MD

Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Pediatrician, Gastroenterologist

Milwaukee, WI

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rivera, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Milwaukee, WI?

    Dr. Maria Rivera, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Milwaukee, WI with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 29 years. Dr. Rivera is fluent in English, Filipino; Pilipino, Polish, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rivera’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rivera’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Rivera speak?

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

    • English
    • Filipino; Pilipino
    • Polish
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Rivera typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, 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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5909: Other constipation

    Also known as:

    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • EoE
    • Allergic Esophagitis
    • Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis

    What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Rivera typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, 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:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Does Dr. Rivera accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rivera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rivera accept in Milwaukee, WI?

    Dr. Rivera in Milwaukee, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centivo

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medica Group

    • Network Health

    • Quartz Health Solutions

    • State of Wisconsin

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Rivera's office located?

    Dr. Maria Rivera's Primary Practice

    2801 W Kinnickinnic River Pkwy Ste 1080

    Milwaukee, WI 53215

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    Dr. Maria Rivera's Practice 2

    3811 Spring St Ste 202

    Mount Pleasant, WI 53405

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    Dr. Maria Rivera's Practice 3

    9969 S 27th St

    Franklin, WI 53132

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    What is Dr. Rivera's NPI number?A 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 1417924192.

    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. Maria Rivera's specialty?

    Dr. Rivera is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Milwaukee, WI.

    What does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist do?

    A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs.

    Is Dr. Maria Rivera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rivera is affiliated with Prohealth Waukesha Memorial Hospital, Prohealth Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital, Aurora St Luke's Medical Center - Milwaukee, Fort Memorial Hospital, Froedtert Pleasant Prairie Hospital, Aurora Medical Center - Kenosha 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 Pediatric Gastroenterologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Gastroenterologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Maria Rivera accepting new patients in Milwaukee, WI?

    Yes, Dr. Maria Rivera is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Maria Rivera offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rivera's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Maria Rivera?

    Please contact Dr. Rivera's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Rivera's office located?

    Dr. Rivera's offices are located in Milwaukee, WI, Mount Pleasant, WI, and Franklin, WI.