Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Louis Rivera, M.D.
Surgical Oncology Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Surgery Physician · La Jolla, CA
- NPI 1407904592
- Accepts Medicare
- 27 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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10710 N Torrey Pines RD
La Jolla, CA 920371035
(858) 554-8984 - Additional location
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4044 Fifth Ave
San Diego, CA 921032106
(619) 452-7360 - Mailing address
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10790 Rancho Bernardo RD
San Diego, CA 921275705
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 27, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 1999 — 27 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2086X0206X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #C159145
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1407904592. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
651
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$116,918
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 209 | 138 | $97 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 64 | 64 | $233 | |
38900 |
Imaging of lymph nodes during surgery | 55 | 55 | $138 | |
38525 |
Biopsy or removal of deep lymph nodes of underarm | 47 | 47 | $333 | |
93005 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with tracing | 35 | 35 | $7 | |
14001 |
Repair of wound of trunk by transferring skin, 10.1-30.0 sq cm | 32 | 27 | $641 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 32 | 31 | $191 | |
11606 |
Removal of cancer skin growth of body, arms, or legs, more than 4.0 cm | 31 | 28 | $169 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 30 | 26 | $133 | |
19125 |
Removal of growth of breast identified by x-ray marker, first growth | 27 | 27 | $302 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in this city , average services per provider: 35. This provider delivers 19× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$154
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Endomagnetics Ltd | 1 | $63.16 | |
| SOBI, INC | 1 | $41.24 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 1 | $25.49 | |
| SERVIER PHARMACEUTICALS LLC | 1 | $24.06 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
22
Patients
15
Total drug cost
$68
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 22 | 15 | $68 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Louis Rivera's medical specialty?
Dr. Louis Rivera practices Surgical Oncology Physician in La Jolla, CA.
Where does Dr. Louis Rivera practice?
Dr. Louis Rivera practices at 10710 N Torrey Pines RD, La Jolla, CA 920371035. Office phone: 8585548984.
What is Dr. Louis Rivera's NPI?
Dr. Louis Rivera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1407904592, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Louis Rivera accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Louis Rivera accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Louis Rivera commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99205); Imaging of lymph nodes during surgery (HCPCS 38900). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.