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Dr. Ricardo Valdivia, MD

Kinston, NC

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Valdivia, Family Medicine Specialist in Kinston, NC?

    Dr. Ricardo Valdivia, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Kinston, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Valdivia graduated from Universidad Nacional Mayor De San Marcos, Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency at Indiana University Methodist Family Medicine Residency. Dr. Valdivia is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Valdivia’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Valdivia’s office at (252) 522-9800.

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

    • Residency: Indiana University Methodist Family Medicine Residency

    • Medical School: Universidad Nacional Mayor De San Marcos | Universidad Nacional Mayor De San Marcos, Facultad De Medicina

    What languages does Dr. Valdivia speak?

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

    • English

    • Portuguese

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Valdivia treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Valdivia 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. Valdivia. 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:

    • Administrative Medical Exam
    • Official health check
    • Regulatory medical assessment
    • General administrative exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z029: Encounter for administrative examinations, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Tuberculosis Screening
    • TB test
    • PPD test
    • Tuberculosis exposure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    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:

    • Testicular Hypofunction
    • Testicular Disorder
    • Underactive Testicles
    • Low Testicular Function
    • Hypogonadism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E291: Testicular hypofunction

    Also known as:

    • Birth Control Shot Check-up
    • Birth Control
    • Injectable contraceptive follow-up
    • Depo-Provera monitoring
    • Birth control injection check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3042: Encounter for surveillance of injectable contraceptive

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADHD
    • ADD
    • Hyperactivity Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type

    Also known as:

    • Amenorrhea
    • Menstruation
    • Absent Periods
    • No Periods
    • Lack of Menstruation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N912: Amenorrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Valdivia perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ricardo Valdivia may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Valdivia's office.

    Does Dr. Valdivia accept my insurance?

    Dr. Valdivia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (252) 522-9800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Valdivia accept in Kinston, NC?

    Dr. Valdivia in Kinston, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • State of North Carolina

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Valdivia's office located?

    Dr. Ricardo Valdivia's Primary Practice

    324 N Queen St

    Kinston, NC 28501

    (252) 522-9800

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    Dr. Ricardo Valdivia's Practice 2

    7876 US Hwy 117 S # A

    Rocky Point, NC 28457

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    Dr. Ricardo Valdivia's Practice 3

    13732 NC Hwy 210 Unit 400

    Rocky Point, NC 28457

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

    Dr. Valdivia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841257797.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Valdivia?

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

    What is Dr. Ricardo Valdivia's specialty?

    Dr. Valdivia is a Family Medicine Specialist near Kinston, NC. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Valdivia to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ricardo Valdivia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Valdivia is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Unc Health Lenoir. 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist 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 Ricardo Valdivia accepting new patients in Kinston, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Ricardo Valdivia is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ricardo Valdivia offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Valdivia's office at (252) 522-9800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ricardo Valdivia?

    Please contact Dr. Valdivia's office at (252) 522-9800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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