Dr. Miguel Rivera, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*•Male•Age 66

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*

Dr. Miguel Rivera, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Metairie, LA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Rivera has extensive experience in Diabetes & Glucose Monitoring, Metabolic Disorders, and Osteoporosis & Screening. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PUERTO RICO / MAYAGUEZ CAMPUS in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities Tulane Medical Center and East Jefferson General Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Miguel Rivera, MD

Practice

3939 Houma Blvd Ste 216 Metairie, LA 70006
Telehealth availableTelehealth services available
(504) 888-3292
Telehealth availableTelehealth services available
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Accepting new patients

(504) 888-3292

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Rivera's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rivera

3.7

46 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 Star
57%
57%
4 Star
7%
7%
3 Star
7%
7%
2 Star
9%
9%
1 Star
22%
22%

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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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Mar 22, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Styer – Jan 21, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Lisette – Dec 18, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
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May 21, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Susie Knox – Jul 17, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
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Nov 16, 2019
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
3 people found this helpful
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Aug 31, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Loretta Hamilton in Metairie, LA – Sep 25, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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Tia Anna in Metairie, LA – Jun 18, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Susan Gaudin in Destrehan, LA – Apr 15, 2017
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
18 people found this helpful
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Mary in New Orleans, LA – Aug 01, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Miguel Rivera, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Metairie, LA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Rivera has extensive experience in Diabetes & Glucose Monitoring, Metabolic Disorders, and Osteoporosis...read more

  • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

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  • Lsu Med Ctr/va Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1988

  • Va Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1986

  • University Of Puerto Rico / Mayaguez Campus

    Medical School, 1983

  • Va Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1983
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Locations

Practice

LSU Endocrinology Clinic3939 Houma Blvd Ste 216 Metairie, LA 70006
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Tulane Medical Center

    1415 Tulane Ave
    New Orleans, LA 70112

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • East Jefferson General Hospital

    4200 Houma Blvd
    Metairie, LA 70006
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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