Expertise in
13
conditions

Dr. James J. Riviello

Neurology
Texas Childrens Hospital
6621 Fannin St, 
Houston,, TX 
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Expertise in
13
conditions
Texas Childrens Hospital
6621 Fannin St, 
Houston,, TX 

Overview

James Riviello is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Houston,, Texas.

Dr. Riviello is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Status Epilepticus, Seizures, Epilepsy, Hypothalamic Hamartomas, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 86 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Riviello is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Neurology

Licenses

Neurology with Special Qualifications in Neurology in NY

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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  • POS
  • PPO
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  • HMO
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Locations

Texas Childrens Hospital
6621 Fannin St, Houston,, TX 77030

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

86 Total Publications

Reducing Time to Seizure Treatment in a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Through Quality Improvement Methodology: Seizure to Rescue.
Reducing Time to Seizure Treatment in a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Through Quality Improvement Methodology: Seizure to Rescue.
Journal: Neurology. Clinical practice
Published: May 19, 2026
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Is Dr. James J. Riviello a top-rated expert for Status Epilepticus?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James J. Riviello is classified as an Elite expert for Status Epilepticus, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. James J. Riviello specialize in?

While Dr. James J. Riviello is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Status Epilepticus, Seizures, and Epilepsy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.

Does Dr. James J. Riviello participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. James J. Riviello has published 86 articles and abstracts on conditions like Status Epilepticus. You can view a list of Dr. James J. Riviello's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. James J. Riviello accept my insurance?

Dr. James J. Riviello accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Friday Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 832-822-1750 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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