Summary

Nurse Practitioner Melissa Rivers-Richardson specializes in family medicine, providing comprehensive healthcare for patients of all ages. She focuses on preventive care and chronic disease management, helping families maintain their health throughout different life stages. Rivers-Richardson speaks English and works closely with patients to develop personalized treatment plans.

Melissa Rivers-Richardson practices at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset in Somerville, New Jersey. She has extensive experience treating diabetes and managing high cholesterol in both adults and young patients. Her practice includes providing essential immunizations for adolescents and administering specialized vaccines when needed. Rivers-Richardson also helps patients monitor their health at home through blood glucose testing guidance.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 19 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

RWJPE Somerset Family Practice

110 Rehill AveSomerville, NJ 08876
Mon8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

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No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, French, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Tamil, Arabic, Malayalam
Somerville , NJFair Lawn , NJHouston , TXDenton , TX
Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine Med School: Stanley Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Melissa Rivers-Richardson

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Horizon NJ Health
  • Horizon NJ Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Melissa Rivers-Richardson has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Melissa Rivers-Richardson has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Nurse Practitioner
  • Registered Nurse

Certifications, License, & Education

Melissa Rivers-Richardson holds an active medical license in the state of New Jersey.

Medical License

Advanced Nurse with an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027.

NPI Number

Melissa Rivers-Richardson's NPI number is 1417095431.

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Melissa Rivers-Richardson is affiliated with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset.
Where is Melissa Rivers-Richardson's office located?
Melissa Rivers-Richardson's office is located at 110 Rehill Ave, Somerville, NJ, 08876.
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