- Pediatric Gastroenterologists
- NJ
- Paterson, NJ
- Dr. Maria Rivera-Penera, MD
Dr. Maria Rivera-Penera, MD
Pediatric Gastroenterology•Female•Age 60
Pediatric Gastroenterology
Dr. Maria Rivera-Penera, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterology Specialist in Paterson, NJ and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University Of The East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center, University Of The East medical school in 1987. Her office accepts new patients.

St Joseph's Regional Medical Center
11 Getty Ave Paterson, NJ 07503 ()Accepting new patients
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About Me
Biography
Specialties
- Pediatric Gastroenterology
Board Certifications
- Pediatric Gastroenterology
Education
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Awards
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Maria Rivera-Penera, MD accepting new patients?
Dr. Maria Rivera-Penera, MD generally accepts new patients on Healthgrades. You can see Dr. Rivera-Penera's profile to make an appointment.
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What are Dr. Maria Rivera-Penera, MD's top areas of care?
Dr. Rivera-Penera frequently treats Constipation, Lactose Intolerance, and Abdominal Pain. See all procedures and conditions Dr. Rivera-Penera treats.
Where is Dr. Maria Rivera-Penera, MD's office located?
Dr. Rivera-Penera's office is located at 11 Getty Ave, Paterson, NJ 07503. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
What languages does Dr. Maria Rivera-Penera, MD speak?
Dr. Rivera-Penera speaks Spanish and English. View profile to see all.
Does Dr. Maria Rivera-Penera, MD offer telehealth services?
Dr. Rivera-Penera has not yet indicated whether they offer telehealth services. Please contact the office to check for availability/eligibility.
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Dr. Rivera-Penera's Top Procedures and Conditions
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Rivera-Penera treats Constipation more than 96% of her peers
Dr. Rivera-Penera treats this condition more than 96% of her peers
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Rivera-Penera treats Lactose Intolerance more than 85% of her peers
Dr. Rivera-Penera treats this condition more than 85% of her peers
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Rivera-Penera treats Abdominal Pain more than 82% of her peers
Dr. Rivera-Penera treats this condition more than 82% of her peers
Dr. Rivera-Penera's conditions and procedures:
- Abdominal Pain
- Achalasia
- All Types of Food Poisoning
- Anal or Rectal Pain
- Anal Prolapse
- Anemia
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
- Celiac Disease
- Cirrhosis
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Constipation
- Crohn's Disease
- Dehydration
- Diaphragmatic and-or Hiatal Hernia
- Diarrhea
- Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
- Diverticulitis, Intestinal
- Diverticulosis, Intestinal
- Duodenal Polypectomy
- Duodenal Ulcer
- Duodenitis
- Dysentery
- Dysphagia
- Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
- Enteritis
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
- Esophageal Motility Disorders
- Esophageal Ulcer
- Esophageal Varices
- Esophagitis
- Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
- Food Allergy
- Food Poisoning
- Gallbladder Scan
- Gas-Bloat Syndrome
- Gastritis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
- Gastroparesis
- Heartburn
- Hemorrhoids
- Hepatitis A Screening
- Hepatitis B - Immune Response
- Hepatitis B Virus Screening
- Hepatitis C
- Hepatitis C Virus Screening
- Hepatitis Screening
- Hiatal Hernia
- Ileus
- Impedance Testing
- Indigestion
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Lactose Intolerance
- Liver Biopsy
- Liver Function Test
- Malnutrition
- Meckel's Diverticulum
- Nausea
- Non-Neonatal Jaundice
- Pancreatitis
- Pelvic Abscess
- pH Probe
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Ultrasound, Endoanal
- Ultrasound, Esophageal
- Unexplained Weight Loss
- VAP Lipid Testing
- Viral Hepatitis
- Vomiting Disorders
- Wireless pH Testing
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Dr. Rivera-Penera accepts the following insurance:
- Aetna
- Aetna HMO
- Choice Plus POS II
- Select
- Amerihealth
- Personal Choice PPO
- Anthem
- National (BlueCard Basic) PPO
- National (BlueCard) PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Card PPO
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- HealthyBlue 2.0
- HealthyBlue Advantage
- Cigna
- Open Access Plus
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)
- First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- MultiPlan
- MultiPlan PPO
- QualCare
- QualCare HMO
- QualCare PPO
Locations
St Joseph's Regional Medical Center
Practice
Compare with other Pediatric Gastroenterology Specialists
Compare Dr. Rivera-Penera with our nearby Pediatric Gastroenterology Specialists at Hackensack Meridian Health Hackensack University Medical Center.
Make an appointment at Hackensack Meridian Health Hackensack University Medical Center today at (201) 500-8905.
These providers are on the medical staff of Hackensack Meridian Health Hackensack University Medical Center.
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