34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Peeples, Pediatrician in Chesapeake, VA?
Dr. Vernita Peeples, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Chesapeake, VA. She has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Peeples completed her residency at Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughters. She is a member of the Greater Norfolk Medical Society and American Academy of Pediatricians - National & Virginia Chapter. Dr. Peeples is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Peeples’s office at (757) 410-3630.
Where did Dr. Peeples go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughters
Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School | Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond
Is Dr. Peeples board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Vernita Peeples, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Peeples speak?
Dr. Peeples and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Peeples typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Peeples 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. Peeples. 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:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism
- Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Peeples typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Peeples performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Peeples. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Does Dr. Peeples accept my insurance?
Dr. Peeples accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 410-3630 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Peeples accept in Chesapeake, VA?
Dr. Peeples in Chesapeake, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Johns Hopkins Health System
Molina Healthcare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Peeples' office located?
Dr. Vernita Peeples' Primary Practice
656 Independence Pkwy Ste 200
Chesapeake, VA 23320
(757) 410-3630
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 11 reviews
Office Experience
97% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
74% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
96% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Vernita Peeples an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Peeples has been rated and reviewed by 11 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Peeples, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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Memberships & Associations
Greater Norfolk Medical Society
Professional Member
American Academy of Pediatricians - National & Virginia Chapter
Professional Member
Awards
Patients' Choice Award
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What is Dr. Peeples's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Peeples's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417060591.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Peeples?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Peeples
What is Dr. Vernita Peeples's specialty?
Dr. Peeples is a Pediatrician near Chesapeake, VA.
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 this Dr. Vernita Peeples affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Peeples is affiliated with Chesapeake Regional Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Vernita Peeples accepting new patients in Chesapeake, VA?
Yes, Dr. Vernita Peeples is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vernita Peeples offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Peeples's office at (757) 410-3630 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vernita Peeples?
Please contact Dr. Peeples's office at (757) 410-3630 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vernita Peeples have?
Dr. Vernita Peeples is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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