Louis Rivera, M.D.
Also practices: SURGICAL ONCOLOGY
Louis Rivera, M.D. has been part of the La Jolla medical community since 2007 in independent practice. A University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine graduate since 1999, he brings 27+ years of experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer (per CMS claims data).
Older · 617dNPPES updated 2024-08-27 · verify on CMS
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better25.84%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+20.7 pts)
25.84% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
260
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
37
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
89
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $6k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
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 Cancer.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+38%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$154 received from industry
4 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low 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 Louis Rivera's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1999
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Board certified · Aug 26, 2024
CMS-verified certification date
27 years in practice
Experienced
A surgical oncologist is a well-qualified surgeon who has obtained additional training and experience in the multidisciplinary approach to the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients, and devotes a major portion of his or her professional practice to these activities and cancer research.
Taxonomy: 2086X0206X
Education & Training
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine (Class of 1999)
Mailing address
10790 Rancho Bernardo Rd, San Diego, CA 92127-5705
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 190088
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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 Louis Rivera for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to La Jolla 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 Louis Rivera
NPI records show Dr. Rivera as active with telehealth listed in La Jolla, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (858) 554-8984.
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 Louis Rivera
Practice Location
10710 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037-1035
Mailing Address
10790 Rancho Bernardo Rd, San Diego, CA 92127-5705
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