Summary

Dr. Jose Rivera is a cardiovascular disease specialist who has dedicated 38 years to caring for patients with heart and vascular conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and completed his residency at Temple University Hospital. Dr. Rivera furthered his expertise through a fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine, which provided him with advanced training in cardiovascular care. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient community.

Dr. Rivera practices at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano and sees patients at the Baylor Scott & White Legacy Heart Center in Plano, Texas. He specializes in treating conditions such as anemia and high cholesterol, including hyperlipidemia in children and teenagers. His practice includes cardiac rehabilitation programs and exercise therapy to help patients recover from heart procedures and improve their cardiovascular health. Patients consistently rate Dr. Rivera highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.8 out of 5.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 38 years of experience
  • 35 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Baylor College of Medicine
  • 55 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

    • Vitals Preferred Provider Award
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Office Location

Baylor Scott & White Legacy Heart Center - Plano Preston Road

6601 Preston RdPlano, TX 75024
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
4.8 
3.7 
38 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Gujarati Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English
Plano , TXPlano , TXHouston , TXKaty , TX
Med School: University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine (Education) Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Jose Rivera

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Baylor Scott & White Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Care N' Care
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Cofinity
  • FirstCare Health Plans
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Parkland Community Health Plan
  • Preferred Care Partners
  • Quiktrip
  • Security Life
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Jose Rivera has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Jose Rivera has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Baylor College of Medicine1994

Residency

Temple University Hospital1991
Temple University Hospital Program1989

Medical School

University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine (Education)Graduated in 1988

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What languages does Dr. Jose Rivera speak?
Dr. Jose Rivera speaks English and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Dr. Jose Rivera affiliated with?
Dr. Jose Rivera is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano.

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