DR. ALFONSO P RIVERA MD
NPI 1619996238
Radiology - Neuroradiology in Independence, OH
NPI Status: Active since July 18, 2006
Contact Information
6100 W CREEK RD STE 35
INDEPENDENCE, OH
ZIP 44131
Phone: (216) 986-2915
- Individual
- Male
- Years of Experience 31
- Radiology
- Neuroradiology
- Accepts Insurance
- Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
- PECOS Enrolled
About ALFONSO RIVERA
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Alfonso Rivera, a provider established in Independence, Ohio with a medical specialization in Radiology, focusing in neuroradiology and more than 31 years of experience. He graduated from Perelman School Of Med At The University Of Pennsylvania in 1996. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1619996238 assigned on July 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 2085N0700X with license number ME77436 (FL). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 6 years ago.
- NPI
- 1619996238
- Provider Name
- DR. ALFONSO P RIVERA MD
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 6100 W CREEK RD STE 35 INDEPENDENCE, OH 44131
- Location Phone
- (216) 986-2915
- Mailing Address
- 6100 W CREEK RD STE 35 INDEPENDENCE, OH 44131
- Mailing Phone
- (216) 986-2915
- Medical School Name
- PERELMAN SCHOOL OF MED AT THE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
- Graduation Year
- 1996
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 07-18-2006
- Last Update Date
- 10-19-2020
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Location Map
Secondary Locations
- 1611 NW 12th Ave Box 016960 (M851)
Miami, FL 33136
(305) 243-6358
Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.
- Classification
Radiology Neuroradiology
- Taxonomy Code
- 2085N0700X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- ME77436
- License State
- FL
- Taxonomy Description
- A radiologist who diagnoses and treats diseases utilizing imaging procedures as they relate to the brain, spine and spinal cord, head, neck and organs of special sense in adults and children.
Secondary Taxonomies
The provider has reported to the NPI enumerator additional taxonomy codes. Multiple taxonomy codes may represent subspecialties or other areas of specialization the provider maybe licensed to practice.
| No. | Taxonomy Code | Type | Classification / Specialization |
License No. (State) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2085R0202X | Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians | Radiology | ME77436 (FL) |
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
- Molina Bronze Enhanced 3500 - HMO
- Molina Bronze Enhanced 3500 Plus with Adult Dental and Vision - HMO
- Molina Bronze Enhanced 3500 Plus with Adult Vision - HMO
- Molina Bronze Saver 7000 - HMO
- Molina Bronze Saver 7000 Plus with Adult Dental and Vision - HMO
- Molina Bronze Saver 7000 Plus with Adult Vision - HMO
- Molina Bronze Smart Heart Health - HMO
- Molina Bronze Standard - HMO
- Molina Gold Core 1640 - HMO
- Molina Gold Core 1640 Plus with Adult Dental and Vision - HMO
- Molina Gold Core 1640 Plus with Adult Vision - HMO
- Molina Gold Enhanced 895 - HMO
- Molina Gold Enhanced 895 Plus with Adult Dental and Vision - HMO
- Molina Gold Enhanced 895 Plus with Adult Vision - HMO
- Molina Gold Smart Heart Health - HMO
- Molina Gold Standard - HMO
- Molina Silver Core - HMO
- Molina Silver Core Plus with Adult Dental and Vision - HMO
- Molina Silver Core Plus with Adult Vision - HMO
- Molina Silver Saver with Four Free PCP Visits - HMO
- Bronze Classic PCP Saver | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Bronze Classic Standard | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Bronze Simple Breathe Easy with Enhanced COPD Benefits | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Bronze Simple Chronic Care CKM | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Bronze Simple Diabetes | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Bronze Simple HSA | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Gold Classic Standard | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Gold Elite | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Gold Elite Saver Plus | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Silver Classic Standard | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Silver Elite Saver Plus | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Silver Simple Breathe Easy with Enhanced COPD Benefits | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Silver Simple Chronic Care CKM | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Silver Simple Diabetes | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Silver Simple PCP Saver | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
- Silver Simple Women's Health with Menopause Benefits | Cleveland Clinic - HMO
*Please verify directly with this provider to make sure your insurance plan is currently accepted.
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Alfonso Rivera is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.
Alfonso Rivera is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.
What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.
Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes
PECOS PAC ID: 2062314297
What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.PECOS Enrollment ID: I20040127000200, I20060914000154
What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes
What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Ct scan head or brain without contrast
Ct scan of face without contrast
Ct scan of lower spine without contrast
Ct scan of lower spine without contrast
Mri scan of blood vessels of head without contrast
Mri scan of brain before and after contrast
Mri scan of brain before and after contrast
Mri scan of brain without contrast
Mri scan of brain without contrast
Mri scan of lower spinal canal before and after contrast
Mri scan of lower spinal canal before and after contrast
Mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast
Mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast
Mri scan of middle spinal canal without contrast
Mri scan of middle spinal canal without contrast
Mri scan of upper spinal canal before and after contrast
Mri scan of upper spinal canal without contrast
Mri scan of upper spinal canal without contrast
A CT scan of the head or brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your brain, skull, and other structures inside your head. It helps to detect conditions like strokes, tumors, or injuries. No dye (contrast) is used in this test.
This service was performed 19 times for 19 patientsA CT scan of the face without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your face, including bones, soft tissues, and blood vessels. It's often used to diagnose diseases, injuries, or abnormalities. No contrast dye is used in this procedure.
This service was performed 19 times for 19 patientsA CT scan of the lower spine without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses X-rays to create detailed images of your lower back area, helping to detect conditions like fractures, infections, or tumors. It's painless and generally quick.
This service was performed 22 times for 22 patientsA CT scan of the lower spine without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses X-rays to create detailed images of your lower back area, helping to detect conditions like fractures, infections, or tumors. It's painless and generally quick.
This service was performed 31 times for 30 patientsAn MRI scan of the head's blood vessels without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the blood vessels in your head. This helps doctors diagnose conditions such as stroke, aneurysm, or other vascular disorders.
This service was performed 15 times for 15 patientsAn MRI scan of the brain, both before and after contrast, helps visualize different brain structures. Initially, images are taken without a contrast agent. Then, a safe dye is injected which helps highlight certain areas, providing clearer, more detailed images.
This service was performed 23 times for 23 patientsAn MRI scan of the brain, both before and after contrast, helps visualize different brain structures. Initially, images are taken without a contrast agent. Then, a safe dye is injected which helps highlight certain areas, providing clearer, more detailed images.
This service was performed 119 times for 109 patientsAn MRI scan of the brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of your brain. It helps in detecting abnormalities like tumors, stroke, inflammation, or infection.
This service was performed 20 times for 20 patientsAn MRI scan of the brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of your brain. It helps in detecting abnormalities like tumors, stroke, inflammation, or infection.
This service was performed 45 times for 45 patientsAn MRI scan of the lower spinal canal with contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses magnetic fields to generate detailed images of your lower spine. A contrast agent is injected to enhance these images, helping doctors see issues more clearly.
This service was performed 13 times for 13 patientsAn MRI scan of the lower spinal canal with contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses magnetic fields to generate detailed images of your lower spine. A contrast agent is injected to enhance these images, helping doctors see issues more clearly.
This service was performed 22 times for 22 patientsAn MRI scan of the lower spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to produce detailed images of your lower spine. This helps identify issues like disc problems, tumors, or nerve conditions. No dye is used.
This service was performed 152 times for 150 patientsAn MRI scan of the lower spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to produce detailed images of your lower spine. This helps identify issues like disc problems, tumors, or nerve conditions. No dye is used.
This service was performed 130 times for 129 patientsAn MRI scan of the middle spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of your spine. This helps doctors identify any abnormalities or issues in your spinal canal. No dye is used in this procedure.
This service was performed 11 times for 11 patientsAn MRI scan of the middle spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of your spine. This helps doctors identify any abnormalities or issues in your spinal canal. No dye is used in this procedure.
This service was performed 15 times for 15 patientsAn MRI scan of the upper spinal canal before and after contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of your spine. Contrast dye is injected to enhance these images, providing clearer visuals for accurate diagnosis.
This service was performed 15 times for 15 patientsAn MRI scan of the upper spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of your upper spine. This helps doctors identify issues such as injuries, infections or diseases. No dye is used.
This service was performed 54 times for 54 patientsAn MRI scan of the upper spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of your upper spine. This helps doctors identify issues such as injuries, infections or diseases. No dye is used.
This service was performed 60 times for 60 patientsFind Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges
Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.
Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. Alfonso Rivera is affiliated with the following medical facilities:
| Hospital Name | Address | Phone | Hospital Type | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MERCY MEDICAL CENTER | 1320 MERCY DRIVE NW CANTON, OH 44708 | (330) 489-1111 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| CLEVELAND CLINIC | 9500 EUCLID AVENUE CLEVELAND, OH 44195 | (216) 952-9829 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| HILLCREST HOSPITAL | 6780 MAYFIELD ROAD MAYFIELD HEIGHTS, OH 44124 | (440) 312-4500 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| CRYSTAL CLINIC ORTHOPAEDIC CENTER | 3557 EMBASSY PARKWAY AKRON, OH 44333 | (330) 670-1005 | Acute Care Hospitals | |
| CLEVELAND CLINIC AVON HOSPITAL | 33300 CLEVELAND CLINIC BLVD AVON, OH 44011 | (440) 695-5000 | Acute Care Hospitals |
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1619996238, we treat the final digit (8) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 72. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (80 - 72 = 8).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 72 is 80. The difference is the calculated check digit.
Other Providers at the Same Location
The following 3 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.
INDEPENDENCE, OH 44131
INDEPENDENCE, OH 44131
Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1619996238, enumerated as an "individual" on July 18, 2006.
The provider is located at 6100 W CREEK RD STE 35 INDEPENDENCE, OH 44131 and the phone number is (216) 986-2915.
Radiology with taxonomy code 2085N0700X and a focus in Neuroradiology.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Molina Healthcare and Oscar Insurance Corporation. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
Alfonso Rivera is affiliated with: MERCY MEDICAL CENTER, CLEVELAND CLINIC, HILLCREST HOSPITAL, CRYSTAL CLINIC ORTHOPAEDIC CENTER and CLEVELAND CLINIC AVON HOSPITAL.
