Search

 See All Neurosurgeons in Tucson, AZ

Dr. Sergio Rivero, MD

Neurosurgery* Age 49
Dr. Sergio Rivero, MD
3.9 (17 Ratings)

Offers telehealth

Share
icon-circle-check
Link Copied!
Profile link copied to clipboard!
Map Pin Small Tucson, AZ
Dr. Sergio Rivero, MD is a Neurosurgeon in Tucson, AZ.
Dr. Sergio Rivero, MD
3.9 (17 Ratings)
 Share
icon-circle-check
Link Copied!
Profile link copied to clipboard!

Dr. Sergio Rivero, MD

Neurosurgery* Age 49
Tucson, AZ
Accepting new patients
14 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Sergio Rivero, MD is a Neurosurgeon in Tucson, AZ.

About

Dr. Rivero graduated from UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA / COLLEGE OF EDUCATION. Dr. Sergio Rivero, MD is a Neurosurgeon in Tucson, AZ and has 14 years experience. Dr. Rivero currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Tucson Medical Center. Dr. Rivero has experience treating conditions like Myelomalacia, Tethered Cord Syndrome and Spinal Cord Injury among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Rivero received an average rating of 3.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 17 times. Dr. Rivero's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Rivero also speaks Spanish. Dr. Rivero is board certified in Neurosurgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Experience Check

Enter a condition or procedure
Myelomalacia
Tethered Cord Syndrome
Spinal Cord Injury
Myelomalacia
Tethered Cord Syndrome
Spinal Cord Injury
Myelomalacia
Tethered Cord Syndrome
Spinal Cord Injury
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Radiculopathy
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Back Pain
Broken Neck
Cancer of Cerebral Meninges
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Cerebrovascular Disease
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Cervical Stenosis
Compressed Spinal Cord
Degenerative Disc Disease
Herniated Disc
Hydrocephalus
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Low Back Pain
Myelopathy
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Scoliosis
Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Deformities
Spondylolisthesis
Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
Subdural Hemorrhage
Thoracic Stenosis
Traumatic Brain Injury
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Upper Back Pain
Brain Surgery
Brain Tumor Biopsy
Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Shunt - Insertion, Repair or Removal
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Nerve Ablation
Nerve Destruction by Neurolytic Agent
Neuroplasty
Neurostimulation
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spinal Cord Stimulator Implant
Spinal Fusion
Aneurysm
  • View other providers who treat Aneurysm
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM)
Benign Neoplasm of Brain
Bone Cancer
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Brain Abscess
Brain and Nervous System Cancer (incl. Gliomas, Astrocytoma, Schwannoma, Medulloblastoma, Chordoma)
Brain Aneurysm
Brain Cancer
Cauda Equina Syndrome
Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM)
Cerebral Artery Thrombosis
Cerebral Edema
Cerebral Palsy
Cervical Spinal Cord Injury
Chiari Malformation Type 1
Chiari's Deformity
Communicating Hydrocephalus
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Cranial Nerve Cancer
Cranial Trauma
Epilepsy
  • View other providers who treat Epilepsy
Hypothalamus Cancer
Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension
Intracerebral Hemorrhage
Lumbar Spinal Cord Injury
Meningiomas
Myelitis
  • View other providers who treat Myelitis
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
Obstructive Hydrocephalus
Osteosarcoma
Pathological Spine Fracture
Polyneuropathy
Primary Central Nervous System Lymphoma
Secondary Malignancies
Spina Bifida
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Stroke
  • View other providers who treat Stroke
Syringomyelia
Thoracic Radiculopathy
Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
Torticollis
Craniectomy, Craniotomy, Surgery of Skull Base, Neuroendoscopy
Destruction of Brain Tumor
Disc Replacement
Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
Facet Blocks
Herniated Disc Surgery
Neurostimulator Implantation
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Peripheral Nerve Block
Somatic Nerve Block
Spinal Nerve Block
Spine Fracture Treatment
Stereotactic Radiosurgery
Stereotactic Radiosurgery, Spinal or Cranial

Insurance Accepted

* Please verify this information when scheduling an appointment.
  • Aetna HMO
    Banner Managed Plus Open Access
    Choice Plus POS II
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
    Open Choice PPO
    Banner APCN Plus Health Network Choice POS II
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
  • Choice POS
    National POS
    Choice Care PPO
    HMO Premier HMO
  • Navigate POS
    Navigate HMO
    Nexus Open Access
    Choice Plus POS
    Options PPO
  • Blue Card PPO
  • Statewide - AZ EPO

Locations

  1. 1 Center for Neurosciences
    2450 E River Rd, Tucson, AZ 85718
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (520) 795-7750

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rivero
3.9
Based on 17 Reviews
5 Stars (12)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (4)

Leave a review

How likely are you to recommend Dr. Rivero?

(Select your rating)
Patient Reviews
Feb 24, 2023
His staff is great, Esther is amazing! very thorough, not rushed. Explains everything. I'm going to experience two more surgeries and I am 100% confident with Dr. Sergio and his staff.
Jacqueline S Kopf — Feb 24, 2023
See more reviews on Healthgrades
Photo: Dr. Sergio Rivero, MD
How would you rate your experience with Dr. Sergio Rivero, MD?
  • Likelihood of recommending Dr. Rivero to family and friends

Dr. Rivero's Office & Staff

  • Ease of scheduling urgent appointments
  • Office environment, cleanliness, comfort, etc.
  • Staff friendliness and courteousness
  • Total wait time (waiting & exam rooms)

Experience with Dr. Rivero

  • Level of trust in provider's decisions
  • How well provider explains medical condition(s)
  • How well provider listens and answers questions
  • Hpends appropriate amount of time with patients

Tell Us About Yourself

  • Your gender:
  • Your age group:
  • Number of office visits you've had in the last 2 years:

Finish Here

  • How would you like to confirm your survey information?
    Standard text messaging and data rates may apply.
Thank you for sharing your feedback about Dr. Sergio Rivero, MD.
Claim Your Profile
Are you Dr. Sergio Rivero, MD?
Respond to reviews, add information, and reach more patients. Claiming is free and only takes a minute.

Claim my profile
Telehealth Options
This provider has not specified a telehealth appointment method. Would you still like to make an appointment with Dr. Rivero?
Call now to make an appointment
(520) 795-7750

About Me

Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Neurosurgery
Specialties*
  • *Sharecare does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.
Education

Education

Medical Education
  • UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA / COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
    2010
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Neurosurgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.
Common Questions and Answers
Responses are sourced directly from patients.
Does Dr. Rivero communicate via email?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Rivero offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Rivero offer an online patient portal?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Rivero have free onsite parking?
1 user said yes.
Yes
(1)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Rivero offer weekend visits?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Rivero offer evening visits?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Rivero specialize in working with children or adolescents?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Rivero specialize in working with seniors?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Rivero specialize in couples therapy?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Rivero specialize in working with LGBTQ+ community?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)
Does Dr. Rivero accept insurance?
No responses yet.
Yes
(0)
No
(0)

Frequently Asked Questions

Find contact information here to make an appointment.

A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Sergio Rivero, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Rivero's profile.

Dr. Rivero frequently treats the following conditions: Myelomalacia, Tethered Cord Syndrome and Spinal Cord Injury. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Sergio Rivero, MD is affiliated with Tucson Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Sergio Rivero, MD holds board certification in Neurosurgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Tucson Medical Center

    5301 E Grant Rd, Tucson, AZ