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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.
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.
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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 Tel: (908) 685-2900
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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| Speaks English | Speaks English, French, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish, Tamil, Arabic, Malayalam |
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| Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine | Med School: Stanley Medical College | ||
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Melissa Rivers-Richardson
Medical Specialties
Melissa Rivers-Richardson has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Melissa Rivers-Richardson has the following 2 areas of expertise
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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