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Wendy Rivard, NP

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

Rivard Nurse Practitioner

77 RAND RD, Des Plaines, IL 60016(847) 294-549017 years practicing
87/100
Top Established
NPI1295960664

Is Wendy Rivard, NP a Good Nurse Practitioner?

Wendy Rivard, NP has a trust score of 87/100 — placing them in the top tier of verified nurse practitioners in Des Plaines, IL. With 17 years of practice (above the local average of 7), they have solid experience.

The most important verification step for any nurse practitioner is confirming an active, unrestricted license with the state board — use the panel on this page to check Rivard's current standing and any public disciplinary actions directly at the source.

What is a pediatric nurse practitioner?

Pediatric NPs care for the health and development of infants, children, and adolescents.

When to see one: For your child's checkups, immunizations, and illness.

More about pediatric nurse practitioners →

Trust Verification

  • NPI Active
  • License Active
  • No Disciplinary Actions
  • Credentials Verified
  • Established Practice
  • Focus Verified

Nurse practitioners in Des Plaines, IL

Des Plaines has 93 verified nurse practitioners on NPProof, with an average of about 7 years in practice, and 2 focused on pediatric nurse practitioner. Illinois nurse practitioners are licensed and disciplined by the Illinois Dept. of Financial & Professional Regulation, whose public record covers license status, disciplinary actions.

Peer Comparison

17

Years practicing

7

Avg in Des Plaines

93

Nurse Practitioners in Des Plaines

NP

Credential

Before your appointment

  • Confirm Rivard's license is active and unrestricted with the Illinois board of nursing (link on this page).
  • Ask whether they practice independently or under a collaborative agreement — scope varies by state.
  • Confirm they can prescribe what you may need, including any controlled medications, in your state.
  • Describe your health goal and ask whether they handle it directly or coordinate with a physician.
  • Ask about cost, insurance, and typical appointment length.

Frequently asked questions

Is Wendy Rivard, NP a licensed nurse practitioner?

Wendy Rivard, NP is an advanced-practice nurse practitioner (NP) with an NPI (1295960664) on file in the national provider registry. Active license status and any public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Illinois Dept. of Financial & Professional Regulation — verify current standing using the link on this page.

How experienced is Wendy Rivard, NP?

Wendy Rivard, NP has approximately 17 years in practice, based on NPI enumeration date. The average nurse practitioner in Des Plaines has about 7 years. There are 93 nurse practitioners in Des Plaines, including 2 with a pediatric nurse practitioner focus.

Where is Wendy Rivard, NP located?

Wendy Rivard, NP practices at Rivard Nurse Practitioner, 77 RAND RD, Des Plaines, IL 60016. Phone: (847) 294-5490.

Verify License & Discipline

License status and public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Illinois Dept. of Financial & Professional Regulation, whose official record verifies license status, disciplinary actions. Check Rivard's current standing at the source:

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Quick Facts

Focus
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Credential
NP
Gender
Female
NPI Since
05/28/2009

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