Summary

Dr. Lucia Rivera-Lara is a neurologist with two decades of experience treating complex brain and nervous system conditions. They earned their medical degree from Universidad Autonoma De San Luis Potosi Facultad De Medicina and hold a Master of Public Health degree. Dr. Rivera-Lara specializes in neurology and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Rivera-Lara is affiliated with The Johns Hopkins Hospital and practices in Palo Alto, California. They focus on treating patients who have experienced strokes, including both ischemic strokes caused by blocked blood vessels and hemorrhagic strokes from bleeding in the brain. Their expertise includes advanced procedures such as therapeutic hypothermia to protect brain function and diagnostic imaging including chest X-rays to support comprehensive patient care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 20 years of experience
  • 56 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Universidad Autonoma De San Luis Potosi Facultad De Medicina
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Office Location

Lucia Rivera-Lara

213 Quarry RdPalo Alto, CA 94304
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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NeurologyNeurologyNeurologyNeurology
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20 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Farsi Speaks English, Spanish
Palo Alto , CAOrange , CASan Antonio , TXPalo Alto , CA
Med School: Universidad Autonoma De San Luis Potosi Facultad De Medicina Med School: San Juan Bautista School Of Medicine Med School: University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Lucia Rivera-Lara

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alameda Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicaid (Managed)
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicare
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicare
  • Brand New Day
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • GEHA
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Net - Medicare
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicare
  • Hometown Health
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Valley Health Plan
  • Valley Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Lucia Rivera-Lara has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Lucia Rivera-Lara has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Neurocritical Care (psych & Neuro)
  • Neurologist

Certifications, License, & Education

20 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Universidad Autonoma De San Luis Potosi Facultad De MedicinaGraduated in 2006

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lucia Rivera-Lara accepting new patients?
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Does Lucia Rivera-Lara accept my insurance?
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Where is Lucia Rivera-Lara's office located?
Lucia Rivera-Lara's office is located at 213 Quarry Rd, Palo Alto, CA, 94304.
Does Lucia Rivera-Lara accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Lucia Rivera-Lara has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Lucia Rivera-Lara affiliated with?
Lucia Rivera-Lara is affiliated with The Johns Hopkins Hospital.

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