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Dr. Jose Colon Rivera is a family medicine physician who has dedicated 45 years to providing comprehensive healthcare to patients and families. He completed his medical education at Universidad Central Del Este (Uce) Facultad De Medicina, building a strong foundation in primary care medicine that has served him throughout his extensive career in healthcare.
Dr. Colon Rivera practices in Vega Alta, Puerto Rico, where he focuses on managing complex chronic conditions including type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease. He provides care for patients with advanced kidney disease, including those with stage 5 chronic kidney disease. His practice also emphasizes preventive care through depression screening and substance use disorder screening to support overall patient wellness.
Dr. Colon Rivera practices in Vega Alta, Puerto Rico, where he focuses on managing complex chronic conditions including type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease. He provides care for patients with advanced kidney disease, including those with stage 5 chronic kidney disease. His practice also emphasizes preventive care through depression screening and substance use disorder screening to support overall patient wellness.
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Quick Facts
- 45 years of experience
- 4 insurance plans accepted
- Universidad Central Del Este (Uce) Facultad De Medicina
- 1 specialty
- 1 area of expertise
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| Family Medicine | Adolescent Medicine | Public Health & General Preventive Medicine | Pediatrics |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 45 Years of Experience | 45 Years of Experience | 27 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Vega Alta , PR | San Juan , PR | SAN JUAN , PR | Bayamon , PR |
| Med School: Universidad Central Del Este (Uce) Facultad De Medicina | Med School: University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine | Med School: San Juan Bautista School Of Medicine | Med School: Universidad Iberoamericana (Unibe) School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Jose Efrain Colon Rivera
Medical Specialties
Dr. Jose Efrain Colon Rivera has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
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Certifications, License, & Education
45 Years Experience
Dr. Jose Efrain Colon Rivera holds an active medical license in the state of Puerto Rico.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Puerto Rico.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Universidad Central Del Este (Uce) Facultad De Medicina in 1981.
NPI Number
Dr. Colon Rivera's NPI number is 1275560328.
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- Where is Dr. Jose Efrain Colon Rivera's office located?
- Dr. Jose Efrain Colon Rivera's office is located at 53 Calle Eduardo Georgetti, Vega Alta, PR, 00692.
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