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Wanda Rivera

Wanda Rivera, MD

Internal Medicine

Accepting New Patients
Online Booking
5.0 of 5 stars174 ratings, 75 reviews

Highlights

Languages

  • Spanish
  • English

Gender

Female

Johns Hopkins Affiliations:

  • Johns Hopkins Community Physicians

About Wanda Rivera

Background

Wanda Rivera, M.D., practices internal medicine at Johns Hopkins Community Physicians Odenton. She received her medical degree from University of Cincinnati, and also completed her residency in internal medicine at Baystate Medical Center.

Locations

  1. Johns Hopkins Health Care Center - Odenton
    • 1106 Annapolis Road, Suite 310, Odenton, MD 21113

    Expertise

    Education

    UMass Chan Baystate Medical Center

    Residency, Internal Medicine, 2005

    University of Cincinnati

    Medical Education, MD, 2002

    Board Certifications

    Internal Medicine

    American Board of Internal Medicine, 2007

    Insurance

    Johns Hopkins providers accept various commercial health insurance plans. However, they may not be included in all of an insurance company's plans or offerings. This may include Exchange, Medicaid, Medicare, and specific limited benefit plans. Exceptions to participation also exist based on your employer’s benefits package and the provider's location or specialty. Please contact your insurer directly to make sure your doctor is covered by your plan. For more details, please review our Insurance Information.
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    • Aetna
    • CareFirst
    • Cigna
    • First Health
    • Geisinger Health Plan
    • HealthSmart/Accel
    • Humana
    • Johns Hopkins Health Plans
    • MultiPlan
    • Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
    • Point Comfort Underwriters
    • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
    • UnitedHealthcare

    Ratings & Reviews

    5 out of 5

    174 ratings, 75 reviews

    The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

    Overall Rating by Patient
    Average provider Overall Rating by Patient rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
    Provider Listened Carefully
    Average provider Provider Listened Carefully rating 5 out of 5 stars
    Provider Explained Things Clearly
    Average provider Provider Explained Things Clearly rating 5 out of 5 stars
    Provider Knew Medical History
    Average provider Provider Knew Medical History rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
    Provider Showed Respect
    Average provider Provider Showed Respect rating 5 out of 5 stars
    Provider Spent Enough Time
    Average provider Provider Spent Enough Time rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/19/2025

      Dr. Rivera provides excellent care and is easy to talk with.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/18/2025

      The quality of the medical care from Dr. Rivera is outstanding, as is her willingness to answer questions fully. I could not ask for a better provider.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/18/2025

      Dr. Wanda Rivera was very pleasant during my office visit. She was understanding of the importance my health and contiuum care needs.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/5/2025

      She's very professional curtis and patience with me, She knows how to treat you with respect She shows that she cares about you.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/4/2025

      Professional and courteous team. Dr. Rivera is thorough and professional.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/31/2025

      Over the years the care from Dr. Rivera has been consistently improved with relation to time spent during the visit discussing things that are directly and indirectly affecting my health status vs. A rapid run through the standard procedural tasks.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/31/2025

      Dr. Rivera is excellent at listening, investigation and determining cause. Her recommendations are always spot on. [staff] did an excellent job of out-processing me, including ensuring all referrals were identified to a preferred provided.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/31/2025

      Ice been with Dr. Wanda Rivera for almost 20 years. She's the best provider in my lifetime.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/29/2025

      Provider is always courteous and professional.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/22/2025

      Great! I will continue to return.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/10/2025

      Dr. Rivera is fantastic. I always look forward to my visits with her!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/7/2025

      Dr Rivera is a very caring physician. She takes time to answer questions in a manner that is easy to understand.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/7/2025

      Shows concern and takes time to listen

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/18/2024

      Dr Rivera is a first care provider/ empathetic, caring, knowledgeable and attentive tonall my health needs

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/11/2024

      Excellent

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/11/2024

      Dr. Rivera is the best. She cares and shows concerns for her patients. She also talks to her patient and is very friendly

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/11/2024

      Dr. Rivera and her nurse provide great care. KI know I am in good hands.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/11/2024

      Very caring and always friendly and professional

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/8/2024

      I have always had a great experience with Dr. Rivera. The only downside is that she is extremely difficult to get an appointment with. Having to see other providers in the practice makes continuity of care problematic.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/8/2024

      She is very good and professional l would like to see her every 4 month

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/6/2024

      Dr Rivera is a great listener and she is compassionate. She takes great notes and she is invested in ensuring that I am treating myself with self love, helps me with tips to get more rest and to reduce my stress level.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/30/2024

      Dr Rivera is the best / USFHP is awesome

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/30/2024

      Dr Rivera has been my primary care doctor for over 10 years and has always given me the best care. I'm very happy with her.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/25/2024

      I have been going to Dr. Rivera for several years now, she listens and answers all my questions. She is very good about preventive medicine especially since I have diabetes.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/23/2024

      She is a caring and good doctor.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/23/2024

      Very skilled and well informed doctor, who pays careful attention to my health concerns.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/23/2024

      My provider has always been very professional and helpful and made me feel at ease.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/16/2024

      Intelligent, current, caring, informed, interested,Personable, thorough

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/11/2024

      My provider is wonderful I have seen her for years she is very attentive and is respectful, great bedside manner. I have no complaints

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/9/2024

      Dr Rivera is very thorough, but also caring & compassionate.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/2/2024

      Showed concern and was VERY caring about overall medical as well as mental wellbeing based on things occurring with immediate family members

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/1/2024

      I feel good to have a good provider who is very accessible,helpful and supportive.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/27/2024

      Excellent

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/27/2024

      Wanda Rivera has been great. She is very caring and also direct about changes that need to be made.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/25/2024

      Dr. Rivera is consistently positive, kind and attentive. I value her conversational method and willingness to consider my opinion in my care decisions, while still providing sound advice.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/25/2024

      Didn't seem rushed.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/20/2024

      Good service

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/10/2024

      Wanda is one of few providers that truly make me feel cared for and helped

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/4/2024

      She is the best. All concerned about my health

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/4/2024

      Best provider eve

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/3/2024

      She is an excellent provider.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/23/2024

      Dr. Rivera, Is over booked. It takes about 6 months for me to get an appointment with her.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/21/2024

      Dr. Rivera really feels like a partner in my managing my health.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/20/2024

      She's an excellent Doctor . She the only provider that I would want to go.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/31/2024

      Very trustworthy with my health

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/30/2024

      Dr. Rivera is friendly, caring and very knowledgeable about the medical care her patients need. I enjoy my appointments with her each time I see her.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/19/2024

      Dr. Wanda Rivera is a highly professional and knowledgeable physician. She is caring, attentive and genuinely interested in helping with whatever condition you are seeing her for. She is a wonderful physician and I would highly recommend her to anyone, without hesitation.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/16/2024

      She is patient and shows great concern for health issues you present.She seems to have great medical knowledge and that gives me excellent comfort during my visit.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/10/2024

      Outstanding Physician

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/9/2024

      Dr. Rivera provides empathy and includes the patient in health decisions.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/28/2024

      Dr. Rivera is very concerned, patient, a good listener, and very courteous. You can tell she's paying attention because she listens patiently to ramblings dissects, prioritizes, and asks pertinent questions to determine a course of action for whatever your concerns are.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/26/2024

      Dr. Rivera has over the past several excellent medical care. She was alerted several years ago, I was on leave without meds. She immediately filled all needed medication with though m focal pharmacy.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/26/2024

      Outstanding provider

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/19/2024

      Dr. Rivera has been great. This was my second year seeing her for my primary care visit and she has a great memory and makes it easy to speak with. She remembered things I shared about myself and family which let's me knows she listened during our first visit. She is calm, listens, takes her time and doesn't make me feel like I'm a number. I'm glad I've found Dr. Rivera.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/18/2024

      Very kind and patient with you.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/12/2024

      Very good

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/4/2024

      Outstanding. Dr. Rivera is informed about my health. She is thorough and always follows through. She is conscientious and considerate.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/4/2024

      The best

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/21/2024

      OUTSTANDING!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/15/2024

      Enjoy seeing her because she is easy to talk to, and gas an interest in my well being. Thank you dr. Rivera

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/15/2024

      She is the best...been seeing her for years and she's comfortable to talk to.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/14/2024

      Dr. Rivera has been my primary care doctor for over 10 years. She is always kind and caring. She promptly responds to all my questions via My Chart.I'm very happy with the care she provides.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/8/2024

      Dr Rivera is an excellent doctor. She listens very well to your concerns and address them individually and appropriately. She's and have a lot of patience. Very professional doctor.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/7/2024

      She took the time to listen to my concerns and ordered the right tests for me

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/7/2024

      Dr. Rivera, is compassionate, attentive to my mother's needs as her patient. She Genuinely cares about her well-being. My mother states, "Dr. Rivera, is very nice. I have been seeing her since 2012, I have no complaints. She's very patience with me, she has helped me a lot, I never feel rushed when I see her.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/1/2024

      Dr Rivera has been my physician for over ten years I stay because she does not treat me like a number. She is easy to talk to, not judgemental, a great listener and keeps very good notes.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/24/2024

      Outstanding

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/24/2024

      Dr Rivera is a special person. She listens to me and cares about me. I have never had such a positive experience with another Dr.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/24/2024

      Dr. Rivera is phenomenal l.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/24/2024

      I have total confidence in Dr. Rivera

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/9/2024

      Dr. Rivera is an excellent physician. She has a large case load because everyone I know thinks she is a great doctor and highly recommends her. She is compassionate, discusses treatment with the patients in an inclusive manner, and the team is supportive of patient needs as well. Hopkins has a great team in Odenton. Don't mess it up!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/9/2024

      Dr. Rivera took time to ask about any other issues I am experiencing. Her manner is calming as I am nervous coming to the office. She's tops in my book!I

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/9/2024

      Dr. Rivera is an extremely knowledgeable and a very caring physician. My wife and I are very glad she is our doctor.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/27/2024

      Excellent