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Dr. David Peters, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Melrose Park, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Peters, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Melrose Park, IL?

    Dr. David Peters, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Melrose Park, IL. Dr. Peters is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Peters’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Peters’s office at (585) 723-7070.

    What languages does Dr. Peters speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Peters typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Peters 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. Peters. 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:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Ureter Stone
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Ureteral Calculus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N201: Calculus of ureter

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Gout
    • Gouty Arthritis
    • Uric Acid Arthritis
    • Hyperuricemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M109: Gout, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bladder Infection
    • Bladder Disease
    • Acute Cystitis
    • Sudden Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Peters typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. David Peters may include:

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

    Does Dr. Peters accept my insurance?

    Dr. Peters accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (585) 723-7070 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Peters accept in Melrose Park, IL?

    Dr. Peters in Melrose Park, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Banner Health

    • Centene

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

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    Where is Dr. Peters' office located?

    Dr. David Peters' Primary Practice

    701 W North Ave

    Melrose Park, IL 60160

    (585) 723-7070

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

    Dr. Peters's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245346782.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Peters?

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

    What is Dr. David Peters's specialty?

    Dr. Peters is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Melrose Park, IL.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. David Peters affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Peters is affiliated with Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital, Loyola University Medical Center, Resurrection 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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. David Peters accepting new patients in Melrose Park, IL?

    Yes, Dr. David Peters is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Peters offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Peters' office at (585) 723-7070 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. David Peters?

    Please contact Dr. Peters' office at (585) 723-7070 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Peters' office located?

    Dr. Peters' office is located in Melrose Park, IL.