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Summary
Dr. Ernie Canales Rivera specializes in internal medicine and family medicine, providing comprehensive healthcare for patients of all ages. His dual specialty training allows him to care for both adults and children, offering continuity of care for entire families. Dr. Rivera focuses on preventive care and the management of chronic conditions to help patients maintain their overall health and well-being.
Dr. Rivera practices at Hospital Del Maestro in San Juan, Puerto Rico, where he treats a variety of conditions including high blood pressure and pediatric hypertension. He performs COVID-19 testing and influenza testing to help diagnose respiratory illnesses quickly and accurately. His emergency care services ensure patients receive prompt medical attention when they need it most.
Dr. Rivera practices at Hospital Del Maestro in San Juan, Puerto Rico, where he treats a variety of conditions including high blood pressure and pediatric hypertension. He performs COVID-19 testing and influenza testing to help diagnose respiratory illnesses quickly and accurately. His emergency care services ensure patients receive prompt medical attention when they need it most.
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Quick Facts
- 2 insurance plans accepted
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
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| Internal Medicine | Psychiatry | Pediatrics | Public Health & General Preventive Medicine |
| 39 Years of Experience | 49 Years of Experience | 48 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| San Juan , PR | NARANJITO , PR | Bayamon , PR | Caguas , PR |
| Med School: Universidad De Cadiz Facultad De Medicina | Med School: Universidad Complutense De Madrid Facultad De Medicina | Med School: Universidad Central Del Este (Uce) Facultad De Medicina | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ernie Jose Canales Rivera
Medical Specialties
Dr. Ernie Jose Canales Rivera has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Ernie Jose Canales Rivera has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
Dr. Ernie Jose Canales Rivera holds an expired medical license in the state of Puerto Rico.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Puerto Rico that expired in 2025.
NPI Number
Dr. Canales Rivera's NPI number is 1518511518.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Dr. Ernie Canales Rivera accept my insurance?
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- Where is Dr. Ernie Canales Rivera's office located?
- Dr. Ernie Canales Rivera's office is located at 550 Calle Sergio Cuevas Bustaman, San Juan, PR, 00918.
- Is Dr. Ernie Canales Rivera accepting new patients?
- Dr. Ernie Canales Rivera has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Ernie Canales Rivera affiliated with?
- Dr. Ernie Canales Rivera is affiliated with Hospital Del Maestro.
- Does Dr. Ernie Canales Rivera accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Ernie Canales Rivera has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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