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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 Medicaid, Medicare 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 a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Rivera-Rivera typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
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
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Rivera-Rivera typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
BCBS Unspecified
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
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.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
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.
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
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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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