Summary

Dr. Valentine Otuechere is a board-certified 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. With 44 years of dedicated service in healthcare, Dr. Otuechere provides comprehensive care for patients across all age groups. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, enabling him to serve diverse communities throughout the region.

Dr. Otuechere practices at multiple locations throughout Riverside, including Valentine Medical Clinic, Regal Medical, Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center, Parkview Community Hospital Medical Center, and Riverside Community Hospital. His clinical expertise encompasses managing high cholesterol in children and teens, treating hyperlipidemia, and addressing back pain during pregnancy. He also specializes in providing compassionate end-of-life care, including hospice services, palliative care, and life-prolonging treatments for patients and families facing serious illnesses. Patients rate Dr. Otuechere 4.3 out of 5 stars on Vitals, reflecting his commitment to quality healthcare.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 44 years of experience
  • 71 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • 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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Med School: University Of Benin School Of Medicine Med School: Ain Shams University, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
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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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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Valentine Otuechere speak?
Dr. Valentine Otuechere speaks English and Spanish.
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