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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. 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 Medicaid, Medicare 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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Valdivia typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Valdivia typically perform?

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

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

    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 Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of North Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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 hospitals are Dr. Valdivia affiliated with?

    Dr. Valdivia has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Unc Health Lenoir,Kinston, NC

    What is Dr. Valdivia's NPI number?A 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.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

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

    No, Dr. 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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. 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 Dr. Ricardo Valdivia?

    Please contact Dr. Valdivia's office at (252) 522-9800 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Valdivia's office located?

    Dr. Valdivia's offices are located in Kinston, NC and Rocky Point, NC.