Summary

Dr. Valentine Otuechere is a family medicine and internal medicine physician who brings over four decades of medical expertise to his practice in Riverside, California. He earned his medical degree from the University of Benin School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Arrowhead Regional Medical Center. Dr. Otuechere is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations in his community.

Dr. Otuechere practices at multiple locations throughout Riverside, including affiliations with Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center, Parkview Community Hospital Medical Center, and Riverside Community Hospital. His clinical focus includes managing high cholesterol in children and teenagers, treating elevated blood lipid levels, and addressing back pain during pregnancy. He also provides compassionate end-of-life care through hospice services and palliative care options for patients with serious illnesses. Patients have rated Dr. Otuechere 4.3 out of 5 stars on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his comprehensive approach to family and internal medicine.
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Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 44 years of experience
  • 71 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Arrowhead Regional Medical Center
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Valentine Ugwumba Otuechere has 5 locations

Valentine Medical Clinic Inc

8990 Garfield St Ste 6Riverside, CA 92503
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
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

Regal Medical

8990 Garfield StRiverside, CA 92503

Parkview Community Hospital Medical Center

3865 Jackson StRiverside, CA 92503

Riverside Community Hospital

4445 Magnolia AveRiverside, CA 92501

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44 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Riverside , CASeal Beach , CAMENIFEE , CAUpland , CA
Med School: University Of Benin School Of Medicine Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine Med School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine Med School: Western University of Health Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Valentine Ugwumba Otuechere

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AlphaCare
  • AlphaCare - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • AmeriHealth
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arkansas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Bright Health
  • CalOptima
  • CareOregon
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Community Health Group
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • EmblemHealth
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - ACA
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Inland Empire Health Plan - HMO
  • Inland Empire Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Inland Empire Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Magellan Health
  • Medi-Cal - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Mercy Care - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Optum Health - HMO
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Regence BlueShield
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr. Valentine Ugwumba Otuechere has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Valentine Ugwumba Otuechere has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Internal Medicine
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

Dr. Valentine Ugwumba Otuechere 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

Residency

Completed their residency at Arrowhead Regional Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Benin School Of Medicine in 1982.

NPI Number

Dr. Otuechere's NPI number is 1508896275.

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Where is Dr. Valentine Ugwumba Otuechere's office located?
Dr. Valentine Ugwumba Otuechere's office is located at 8990 Garfield St Ste 6, Riverside, CA, 92503.
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