4.9
52 Ratings with 50 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Cathleen Rivera has practiced internal medicine for 24 years and is affiliated with Baylor Scott And White Medical Center Temple. She sees patients for cognitive impairment, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and chronic kidney disease.
Board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine, she earned her medical degree from Texas Tech University Health Science Center and completed her residency at Mayo Clinic Scottsdale in 2005. She sees patients in Temple, Texas. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Rivera 4.92 out of 5.
Board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine, she earned her medical degree from Texas Tech University Health Science Center and completed her residency at Mayo Clinic Scottsdale in 2005. She sees patients in Temple, Texas. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Rivera 4.92 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 24 years of experience
- 18 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Mayo Clinic Scottsdale
- 50 written reviews
- 1 award
- 1 specialty
- 7 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
- Flexible scheduling
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Awards
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Office Location
Baylor Scott & White Center for Diagnostic Medicine - Temple
1605 S 31st StTemple, TX 76508 Tel: (254) 215-0100
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Cathleen Rivera, MD | Dr. Tooba Rehman, MD | Dr. Claudia Makhoul, MD | Dr. Nilesh Vyas, MD |
| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 24 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience | 41 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, French, Arabic | Speaks English | |
| Temple , TX | Katy , TX | Houston , TX | Webster , TX |
| Med School: Texas Tech University Health Science Center (Education) | Med School: CHICAGO MEDICAL SCHOOL AT ROSALIND FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE | Med School: Baroda Medical College | |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Cathleen Rivera
Medical Specialties
Cathleen Rivera has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Cathleen Rivera has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
24 Years Experience
Cathleen Rivera holds an expired medical license in the state of Texas. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Board Certifications
Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Texas that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Mayo Clinic Scottsdale in 2005.
Medical School
Graduated from Texas Tech University Health Science Center (Education) in 2002.
NPI Number
Cathleen Rivera's NPI number is 1811971484.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Cathleen Rivera accepting new patients?
- Cathleen Rivera is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Cathleen Rivera's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
- Where is Cathleen Rivera's office located?
- Cathleen Rivera's office is located at 1605 S 31st St, Temple, TX, 76508.
- How can I make an appointment with Cathleen Rivera?
- You can find contact information for Cathleen Rivera here on Vitals.
- Does Cathleen Rivera accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Cathleen Rivera has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Cathleen Rivera accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Cathleen Rivera accepts on their Vitals profile.
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