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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Peterson, Hospitalist in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Brian Peterson, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA. He is board certified. 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 (434) 243-6868.
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 Hospitalist, 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:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Which procedures does Dr. Peterson perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Brian Peterson may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Peterson's office.
Does Dr. Peterson accept my insurance?
Dr. Peterson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 243-6868 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Peterson accept in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Peterson in Charlottesville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Magellan Health Services
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Peterson's office located?
Dr. Brian Peterson's Primary Practice
1215 Lee St
Charlottesville, VA 22908
(434) 243-6868
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 1275093676.
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 Hospitalist near Charlottesville, VA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. 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 Uva University Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Brian Peterson accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?
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 (434) 243-6868 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 (434) 243-6868 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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