Dr. Jose E. Rivera-Acosta

Gastroenterology
Hospital Espanol Auxilio Mutuo De Puerto Rico, Inc.
715 Ave Ponce De Leon, Stop 37.5, 
San Juan, PR 
Hospital Espanol Auxilio Mutuo De Puerto Rico, Inc.
715 Ave Ponce De Leon, Stop 37.5, 
San Juan, PR 

Overview

Jose Rivera-Acosta is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

His clinical expertise encompasses Menetrier Disease, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Ascites, Visceromegaly, and Gastrectomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles and participating in 4 clinical trials.

Graduate Institution

University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine

Specialties

Gastroenterology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in PR

Hospital Affiliations

Auxilio Mutuo Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
First Medical Health Plan
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
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  • PPO
Mapfre Insurance
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
Medical Card System
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  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Meridian Choice
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
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MMM Healthcare
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Plan De Salud Menonita
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UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
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Locations

HOSPITAL ESPANOL AUXILIO MUTUO DE PUERTO RICO, INC.
715 Ave Ponce De Leon, Stop 37.5, San Juan, PR 00917
Other Locations
HOSPITAL ESPANOL AUXILIO MUTUO DE PUERTO RICO, INC.
Ponce De Leon Ave, 715 Stop 37.5, San Juan, PR 00918

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.

4 Clinical Trials

A Phase 3, Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo- and Active- Controlled, Treat-Through Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Mirikizumab in Patients With Moderately to Severely Active Crohn's Disease
A Phase 3, Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo- and Active- Controlled, Treat-Through Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Mirikizumab in Patients With Moderately to Severely Active Crohn's Disease
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: December 27, 2024
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drugs: Mirikizumab, Ustekinumab
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Phase 3, Double-Blind, Randomized, Long-Term, Placebo-Controlled, Multicenter Study Evaluating the Safety and Efficacy of Obeticholic Acid in Subjects With Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis
A Phase 3, Double-Blind, Randomized, Long-Term, Placebo-Controlled, Multicenter Study Evaluating the Safety and Efficacy of Obeticholic Acid in Subjects With Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: October 01, 2024
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Obeticholic Acid
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Phase 3, Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Multicenter Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Obeticholic Acid in Subjects With Compensated Cirrhosis Due to Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis
A Phase 3, Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Multicenter Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Obeticholic Acid in Subjects With Compensated Cirrhosis Due to Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: October 23, 2023
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Obeticholic acid
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Phase 2 Dose Ranging, Randomized, Double Blind, and Placebo-Controlled Study Evaluating the Safety, Tolerability, Pharmacokinetics and Efficacy of EDP-305 in Subjects With Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
A Phase 2 Dose Ranging, Randomized, Double Blind, and Placebo-Controlled Study Evaluating the Safety, Tolerability, Pharmacokinetics and Efficacy of EDP-305 in Subjects With Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: September 16, 2021
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 2
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2 Total Publications

Human Papilloma Virus Awareness Among Hispanic Females with Inflammatory Bowel Disease.
Human Papilloma Virus Awareness Among Hispanic Females with Inflammatory Bowel Disease.
Journal: Journal of racial and ethnic health disparities
Published: January 02, 2015
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MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jose E. Rivera-Acosta is classified as an Experienced expert for Menetrier Disease, 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. Jose E. Rivera-Acosta specialize in?

While Dr. Jose E. Rivera-Acosta is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Menetrier Disease, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, and Ascites. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.

Does Dr. Jose E. Rivera-Acosta participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Jose E. Rivera-Acosta has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Menetrier Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Jose E. Rivera-Acosta's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

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Dr. Jose E. Rivera-Acosta accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 787-758-2000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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