Summary

Dr. Lucia Rivera-Lara is a neurologist who specializes in treating complex brain and nervous system conditions. They earned their medical degree from Universidad Autonoma De San Luis Potosi Facultad De Medicina and hold an additional Master of Public Health degree. With two decades of clinical experience, Dr. Rivera-Lara has developed expertise in neurological care. They communicate with patients in English.

Dr. Rivera-Lara practices at The Johns Hopkins Hospital and sees patients in Palo Alto, California. They focus on treating patients who have experienced strokes, including both blocked blood vessels and brain bleeding. Dr. Rivera-Lara performs specialized treatments like therapeutic hypothermia to help protect the brain after injury. They also uses chest imaging techniques to monitor patients and ensure comprehensive care during recovery.

Overview based on verified provider data

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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3.3 
20 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, German, Persian, Spanish
Palo Alto , CAWalnut Creek , CACORONA DEL MAR , CAPalo Alto , CA
Med School: Universidad Autonoma De San Luis Potosi Facultad De Medicina Med School: University Of California Davis School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania
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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

Lucia Rivera-Lara holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad Autonoma De San Luis Potosi Facultad De Medicina in 2006.

NPI Number

Lucia Rivera-Lara's NPI number is 1356502744.

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Lucia Rivera-Lara's office is located at 213 Quarry Rd, Palo Alto, CA, 94304.
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