Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Joseph Rivera, M.D.
Hospitalist Physician (CMS: Hospitalist) · Pittsburgh, PA
- NPI 1386679827
- Accepts Medicare
- 34 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
320 E North Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 152124756
(412) 359-3030
fax (412) 359-3060
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 27, 2026
- Year of graduation
- 1992 — 34 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208M00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Pennsylvania #MD057648L
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1386679827. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
359
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$54,166
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 215 | 209 | $167 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 144 | 143 | $126 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 38 peers in Pittsburgh Hospitalist Physician, average services per provider: 82. This provider delivers 4.4× the peer median.Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Joseph Rivera's medical specialty?
Dr. Joseph Rivera practices Hospitalist Physician in Pittsburgh, PA.
Where does Dr. Joseph Rivera practice?
Dr. Joseph Rivera practices at 320 E North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 152124756. Office phone: 4123593030.
What is Dr. Joseph Rivera's NPI?
Dr. Joseph Rivera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386679827, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Joseph Rivera accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Joseph Rivera accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Joseph Rivera commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99223); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.