Joel Rivera Concepcion, MD
Joel Rivera Concepcion is a Hematology & Oncology specialist based in Raleigh, NC with over 11 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Joel Rivera Concepcion, MD has been part of the Raleigh medical community since 2015 in group practice. Trained at University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine (class of 2015), he has been practicing for over 11 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, cancer, and high cholesterol (per CMS data).
Older · 1009dNPPES updated 2023-08-18 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better12.15%
North Carolina avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+7.1 pts)
12.15% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better79.9%
North Carolina avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-2.9 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
91
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
64
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
354
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $743k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,349 reporting peers in North Carolina.
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, Cancer, and High Cholesterol.
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
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+54%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow
US avg: 20.4%↑ More patients than average (+27%) — 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 (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — 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 (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$18.6k received from industry
6 transactions reported in 2024 ·High 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 Joel Rivera Concepcion's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2015
University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine
Board certified · Aug 17, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
11 years in practice
Established
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
Taxonomy: 207RH0003X
Education & Training
University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine (Class of 2015)
Virtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Joel Rivera Concepcion
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Joel Rivera Concepcion for blood pressure monitoring, follow-up consultations, cholesterol management — no travel to Raleigh 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 Joel Rivera Concepcion
NPI records show Dr. Rivera Concepcion as active with telehealth listed in Raleigh, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (919) 862-5400.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Joel Rivera Concepcion
Practice Location
3404 Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC 27609-7340
Mailing Address
3404 Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC 27609-7340
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