Summary

Dr. Laura Rivers is a rheumatologist who also practices internal medicine, bringing eight years of clinical experience to her patient care. She earned her medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport, where she developed expertise in treating complex autoimmune and inflammatory conditions. Her dual specialty training allows her to provide comprehensive care for patients with rheumatic diseases while addressing their broader health needs.

Dr. Rivers practices at multiple locations throughout Lafayette, Louisiana, including Lafayette Arthritis And Endocrine Clinic and several hospital-affiliated sites. She specializes in treating rheumatoid arthritis and helps patients manage chronic fatigue and psoriasis. Her clinical focus includes advanced diagnostic testing such as immunology and serology studies, along with inflammatory markers like C-reactive protein and sedimentation rate tests to monitor disease activity and treatment response.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 8 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport
  • 2 specialties
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 5 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Laura Elizabeth Rivers has 5 locations

Lafayette Arthritis And Endocrine Clinic

4212 W Congress St Ste 2300ALafayette, LA 70506
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 - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Dr. Laura Elizabeth Rivers

1514 Jefferson HwyNew Orleans, LA 70121

Ochsner University Hospital And Clinics

2390 W Congress StLafayette, LA 70506

Our Lady Of Lourdes Regional Medical Center

4801 Ambassador Caffery PkwyLafayette, LA 70508

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RheumatologyEmergency MedicineCritical Care MedicineHospital Medicine
Accepts New Patients
8 Years of Experience 50 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
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Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Med School: Samara State Medical University Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Laura Elizabeth Rivers

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Moda Health
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Peoples Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Laura Elizabeth Rivers has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Laura Elizabeth Rivers has the following area of expertise

  • Internal Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

8 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In ShreveportGraduated in 2018

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Dr. Laura Rivers's office is located at 4212 W Congress St Ste 2300A, Lafayette, LA, 70506.
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