Summary

Dr. Gregory Rihacek is a rheumatologist and internal medicine physician who has been caring for patients for over four decades. He earned his medical degree from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and completed his residency at Deaconess Hospital. His dual specialty training allows him to address both complex joint and autoimmune conditions as well as comprehensive internal medicine care. Dr. Rihacek is fluent in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Rihacek is affiliated with The Children's Hospital At Saint Peters and practices at locations in Somerset and New Brunswick, New Jersey. He specializes in treating joint pain, osteoarthritis, and high cholesterol. His approach to care includes physical therapy, strength training, and hands-on manual therapy techniques to help patients improve mobility and manage pain. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

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

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

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. Barbara Rullo, MDDr. David Curry Shepperly, MD
RheumatologyRheumatologyPediatricsPreventative Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.1 
3.8 
44 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience 38 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 , NJBasking Ridge , NJNew Brunswick , NJ
Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Med School: Sackler School Of Medicine Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Med School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine
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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

Dr. Gregory Salvatore Rihacek holds an active medical license in the state of New Jersey.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Deaconess Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in 1982.

NPI Number

Dr. Rihacek's NPI number is 1114992773.

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

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