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Who is Dr. Peterson, Neurologist in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Brian Peterson, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Metairie, LA. Dr. Peterson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Peterson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Peterson’s office at (504) 885-7337.
Where did Dr. Peterson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Tulane University of Louisiana --
What languages does Dr. Peterson speak?
Dr. Peterson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Peterson treat?
As a Neurologist, 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.
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- Amputation Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Limb Loss
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
- Post-amputation care
- Limb loss recovery
- Amputee rehabilitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
- Z4781: Encounter for orthopedic aftercare following surgical amputation
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Complex Partial Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Focal Impaired Awareness Seizures
- Temporal Lobe Seizures
- Psychomotor Seizures
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40209: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Critical Illness Myopathy
- Muscle Disorder
- ICU-acquired weakness
- Critical care myopathy
- Muscle weakness after severe illness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7281: Critical illness myopathy
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
Also known as:
- Cancer Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Cancer
- Post-cancer surgery care
- Oncology aftercare
- Cancer recovery follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm
What procedures does Dr. Peterson perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Peterson 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. 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.
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
Does Dr. Peterson accept my insurance?
Dr. Peterson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 885-7337 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Peterson accept in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Peterson in Metairie, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Ascension Health
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Bowling Green State University
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Peterson's office located?
Dr. Brian Peterson's Primary Practice
3800 Houma Blvd Ste 205
Metairie, LA 70006
(504) 885-7337
What is Dr. Peterson's NPI number?An 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 1639330996.
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. Brian Peterson's specialty?
Dr. Peterson is a Neurologist near Metairie, LA.
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Contact Dr. Peterson to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Brian Peterson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Peterson is affiliated with St. Tammany Parish Hospital, North Oaks Medical Center, East Jefferson General Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans 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
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Is Brian Peterson accepting new patients in Metairie, LA?
Yes, Dr. Brian Peterson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Peterson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Peterson's office at (504) 885-7337 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Peterson?
Please contact Dr. Peterson's office at (504) 885-7337 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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