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Dr. Tamara Peterson, DO

Dr. Tamara Peterson, DO

Pediatrician

Lees Summit, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Peterson, Pediatrician in Lees Summit, MO?

    Dr. Tamara Peterson, DO is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Lees Summit, MO. She is board certified. Dr. Peterson graduated from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences and completed her residency at Children's Mercy Hospitals and Clinics. She is a member of the Saint Luke's Care. Dr. Peterson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Peterson’s office at (816) 525-2800.

    Where did Dr. Peterson go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Children's Mercy Hospitals and Clinics

    • Medical School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences

    Is Dr. Peterson board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Tamara Peterson, DO is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Peterson speak?

    Dr. Peterson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Peterson typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Peterson diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Peterson. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Autism Screening
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Screening
    • ASD Screening
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder Test
    • Early Autism Detection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1341: Encounter for autism screening

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Normal BMI for child
    • Child healthy weight
    • Pediatric normal weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Peterson typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Tamara Peterson may include:

    Please contact Dr. Peterson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Peterson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Peterson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 525-2800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Peterson accept in Lees Summit, MO?

    Dr. Peterson in Lees Summit, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Adventist Health System

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • HealthScope

    • Medica Group

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Peterson's office located?

    Dr. Tamara Peterson's Primary Practice

    3171 NE Carnegie Dr Ste A

    Lees Summit, MO 64064

    (816) 525-2800

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    Saint Luke's Care

    Member

    What is Dr. Peterson's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Peterson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902063506.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Peterson?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Peterson

    What is Dr. Tamara Peterson's specialty?

    Dr. Peterson is a Pediatrician near Lees Summit, MO.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Tamara Peterson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Peterson is affiliated with Saint Luke's East Hospital, Centerpoint Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Tamara Peterson accepting new patients in Lees Summit, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Tamara Peterson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tamara Peterson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Peterson's office at (816) 525-2800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Tamara Peterson?

    Please contact Dr. Peterson's office at (816) 525-2800 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Peterson's office located?

    Dr. Peterson's office is located in Lees Summit, MO.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Tamara Peterson have?

    Dr. Tamara Peterson is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.