Summary

Nurse Practitioner Melissa Rivers-Richardson specializes in family medicine, providing comprehensive care for patients across all age groups. She speaks English and brings expertise in treating complex conditions including dysfunctional elimination syndrome, functional incontinence, and cerebral palsy.

Rivers-Richardson practices at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset in Somerville, New Jersey. Her clinical skills include physical therapy techniques and strength training programs designed to help patients improve their overall health and mobility. She also performs specialized imaging procedures like scintimammography to support accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 19 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

RWJPE Somerset Family Practice

110 Rehill AveSomerville, NJ 08876
Mon8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

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Dr. Melissa Rivers-Richardson, APNFonderre Lionel Musongong, APRN, RN, NPDr. Sathish Karmegam, MDDr. Shakeilla Smithbey, MD
Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
9 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, French, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish, Tamil, Arabic, Malayalam Speaks English
Somerville , NJFair Lawn , NJDenton , TXHouston , TX
Med School: Stanley Medical College Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Melissa Rivers-Richardson

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Horizon NJ Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Melissa Rivers-Richardson has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Melissa Rivers-Richardson has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Nurse Practitioner
  • Registered Nurse

Certifications, License, & Education

MEDICAL LICENSE

Advanced Nurse, New Jersey, 2027, Active

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Melissa Rivers-Richardson affiliated with?
Dr. Melissa Rivers-Richardson is affiliated with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset.
Does Dr. Melissa Rivers-Richardson accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Melissa Rivers-Richardson has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Melissa Rivers-Richardson speak?
Dr. Melissa Rivers-Richardson speaks English.
Is Dr. Melissa Rivers-Richardson accepting new patients?
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