Summary

Dr. Gregory Rihacek specializes in rheumatology and internal medicine, bringing four decades of experience to his practice since earning his medical degree from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. He completed his residency training at Deaconess Hospital, building expertise in diagnosing and treating complex joint and autoimmune conditions. Dr. Rihacek is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations throughout New Jersey.

Dr. Rihacek practices at locations in Somerset and New Brunswick and maintains hospital affiliations with The Children's Hospital at Saint Peters. He focuses on treating conditions such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and joint pain. His approach to care includes coordinating physical therapy and strength training programs to help patients maintain mobility and function. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.1 out of 5, reflecting his commitment to comprehensive rheumatologic care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 44 years of experience
  • 36 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Deaconess Hospital
  • 18 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Gregory Salvatore Rihacek has 2 locations

Arthritis Care Medical Center

19 Clyde Rd Ste 101Somerset, NJ 08873
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Ltach Careone At Saint Peters University Hospital

254 Easton Ave Fl 1New Brunswick, NJ 08901

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Dr. Gregory Salvatore Rihacek, MDDr. Michael Lee Gross, MDDr. Ekta Gupta, MDDr. Jodi Lynn Galaydick, MD
RheumatologyRheumatologyDiagnostic RadiologyCritical Care Medicine
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4.1 
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44 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish
Somerset , NJParamus , NJNew Hyde Park , NYBay Shore , NY
Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Med School: Sackler School Of Medicine Med School: Renaissance School Of Medicine At Stony Brook University Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Gregory Salvatore Rihacek

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth - PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Clover Health
  • ConnectiCare
  • EmblemHealth
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • GEHA
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Meritain Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Gregory Salvatore Rihacek has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Gregory Salvatore Rihacek has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Gout
  • Internal Medicine
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New Jersey, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Deaconess Hospital

Medical School

Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical SchoolGraduated in 1982

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Dr. Gregory Rihacek is affiliated with The Childrens Hospital At Saint Peters.
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