Gustavo Adolfo Rivero, M.D.
Gustavo Adolfo Rivero is a Hematology Internal Medicine specialist based in Washington, DC with over 32 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Gustavo Adolfo Rivero, M.D. has been part of the Washington medical community since 2006 in independent practice. He has been in practice for 32+ years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 83.48/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 74% of MIPS-scored doctors in District of Columbia
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 615dNPPES updated 2024-09-16 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at DC Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
3800 Reservoir Rd Nw, Washington, DC 20007-2113
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 74% of doctors in District of Columbia on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
202383.48/100
District of Columbia avg: 80.6 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-0.1 pts)
Better than 74% of MIPS-scored doctors in District of ColumbiaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better62.3%
District of Columbia avg: 80.4 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-20.5 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
71
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
39
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
146
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $429k
Percentile rankings compared against 449 reporting peers in District of Columbia.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$507 received from industry
15 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Gustavo Adolfo Rivero's NPI.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.61 / 1.00
Moderate vulnerabilityHe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Sep 15, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
32 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Hematologists specialize in blood disorders including anemia, clotting disorders, hemophilia, sickle cell disease, lymphoma, leukemia, and other blood cancers. They manage anticoagulation therapy and blood transfusions.
Taxonomy: 207RH0000X
Mailing address
500 Frank W Burr Boulevard Suite 560 Mailbox 29, Teaneck, NJ 07666
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Critical Access Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 511304
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NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Gustavo Adolfo Rivero for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Washington required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gustavo Adolfo Rivero
Dr. Rivero is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Washington, DC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (202) 444-3736.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Gustavo Adolfo Rivero
Practice Location
3800 Reservoir Rd Nw, Washington, DC 20007-2113
Mailing Address
500 Frank W Burr Boulevard Suite 560 Mailbox 29, Teaneck, NJ 07666
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