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Dr. Rafael Rivera-Rivera, MD

Wichita Falls, TX

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rivera-Rivera, Critical Care Internist in Wichita Falls, TX?

    Dr. Rafael Rivera-Rivera, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Wichita Falls, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years. Dr. Rivera-Rivera graduated from University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine and completed his residency at UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL. Dr. Rivera-Rivera is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rivera-Rivera’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rivera-Rivera’s office at (940) 322-4480.

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

    • Residency: UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

    • Medical School: University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Rivera-Rivera speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Rivera-Rivera treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Rivera-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-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.

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Severe Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Chronic Severe Asthma
    • Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
    • Severe Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    What procedures does Dr. Rivera-Rivera perform?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Rivera-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-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.

    Also known as:

    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Bronchial lavage
    • BAL procedure
    • Lung washing
    • Flexible bronchoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage

    Does Dr. Rivera-Rivera accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rivera-Rivera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (940) 322-4480 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rivera-Rivera accept in Wichita Falls, TX?

    Dr. Rivera-Rivera in Wichita Falls, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Health Pointe

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sterling Jewelers

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Rivera-Rivera's office located?

    Dr. Rafael Rivera-Rivera's Primary Practice

    1208 Brook Ave

    Wichita Falls, TX 76301

    (940) 322-4480

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    Dr. Rafael Rivera-Rivera's Practice 2

    1600 11th St

    Wichita Falls, TX 76301

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

    Dr. Rivera-Rivera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669432209.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rivera-Rivera?

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

    What is Dr. Rafael Rivera-Rivera's specialty?

    Dr. Rivera-Rivera is a Critical Care Internist near Wichita Falls, TX. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Rivera-Rivera to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Rafael Rivera-Rivera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rivera-Rivera is affiliated with United Regional Healthcare System which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Critical Care Internist?

    Explore Critical Care Internist with 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 Rafael Rivera-Rivera accepting new patients in Wichita Falls, TX?

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

    Does Dr. Rafael Rivera-Rivera offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rivera-Rivera's office at (940) 322-4480 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rafael Rivera-Rivera?

    Please contact Dr. Rivera-Rivera's office at (940) 322-4480 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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