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Dr. John Peterson, MD

Monterey, CA

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    Who is Dr. Peterson, Dermatologist in Monterey, CA?

    Dr. John Peterson, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Monterey, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Peterson graduated from University of Utah Sch of Medicine and completed his residency at Wilford Hall Medical Center (AETC) Military Only Program. Dr. Peterson is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Peterson’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Peterson’s office at (208) 939-4599.

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

    • Residency: Wilford Hall Medical Center (AETC) Military Only Program

    • Medical School: University of Utah Sch of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Peterson speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Peterson treat?

    As a Dermatologist, 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:

    • Red Skin Condition
    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Skin Rash
    • Other Skin Changes
    • Skin Condition
    • Rashes
    • Erythematous skin disorders
    • Inflamed skin conditions
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Unusual Skin Symptoms
    • Skin Discoloration
    • Skin Texture Changes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L538: Other specified erythematous conditions
    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
    • R238: Other skin changes

    Also known as:

    • Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Mole
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Birthmarks
    • Moles
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Irritated seborrheic keratosis
    • Red skin growth
    • Inflamed age spot
    • Nevus
    • Birthmark
    • Skin spot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
    • D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk

    Also known as:

    • Acne Vulgaris
    • Acne
    • Common acne
    • Pimples
    • Breakouts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Actinic Keratosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Sun Exposure
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Solar keratosis
    • Precancerous skin lesion
    • Rough sun spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L570: Actinic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Radiation Skin Changes
    • Skin Condition
    • Long-term radiation dermatitis
    • Skin damage from radiation
    • Non-ionizing radiation skin effects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L578: Other skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation

    Also known as:

    • Severe Itching
    • Itching
    • Chronic pruritus
    • Generalized itching
    • Persistent itch

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L298: Other pruritus

    Also known as:

    • Irritant Contact Dermatitis
    • Rashes
    • Skin Rash from Irritation
    • Irritant Eczema
    • Skin Inflammation from Contact

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L249: Irritant contact dermatitis, unspecified cause

    Also known as:

    • Dark Skin Patches
    • Skin Pigmentation Disorder
    • Hyperpigmentation
    • Melasma
    • Age spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L814: Other melanin hyperpigmentation

    Also known as:

    • Seborrheic Dermatitis
    • Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Condition
    • Dandruff
    • Cradle cap
    • Seborrheic eczema

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L218: Other seborrheic dermatitis

    Also known as:

    • Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • SK
    • Senile Wart
    • Barnacle of Life

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L821: Other seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Other Skin Sensation Problems
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Abnormal Skin Sensations
    • Unusual Skin Feelings
    • Disturbed Skin Sensation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R208: Other disturbances of skin sensation

    Also known as:

    • Follicular Skin Cysts
    • Skin Condition
    • Hair follicle cysts
    • Dermal cysts
    • Subcutaneous cysts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L728: Other follicular cysts of the skin and subcutaneous tissue

    Also known as:

    • Bone, Soft Tissue, or Skin Growth of Unknown Type
    • Bone Disease
    • Skin Condition
    • Bone tumor of unknown nature
    • Skin lesion of unknown type
    • Soft tissue mass of unknown behavior

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D492: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of bone, soft tissue, and skin

    Also known as:

    • Rosacea
    • Adult Acne
    • Facial Redness
    • Red Face Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L718: Other rosacea

    Also known as:

    • Other types of warts
    • Warts
    • Different kinds of warts
    • Various warts
    • Uncommon warts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B078: Other viral warts

    Also known as:

    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Atopic dermatitis
    • Itchy skin rash
    • Allergic skin condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L2089: Other atopic dermatitis

    Does Dr. Peterson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Peterson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (208) 939-4599 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Peterson accept in Monterey, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Imperial Health Plan (CA)

    • Medicare

    • Physicians Mutual Insurance Company

    • Trustmark Insurance Company

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    Where is Dr. Peterson's office located?

    Dr. John Peterson's Primary Practice

    9781 Blue Larkspur Ln Ste 100

    Monterey, CA 93940

    (208) 939-4599

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    Dr. John Peterson's Practice 2

    355 Lennon Ln Ste 255

    Walnut Creek, CA 94598

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    Dr. John Peterson's Practice 3

    2255 Ygnacio Valley Rd Ste B1

    Walnut Creek, CA 94598

    (925) 945-7005

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. John Peterson?

    Dr. Peterson has appointments available at his Monterey, CA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

    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 1891729109.

    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. John Peterson's specialty?

    Dr. Peterson is a Dermatologist near Monterey, CA. Dermatologists are medical professionals trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of skin conditions in both children and adults, including skin cancers, melanomas, and other tumors. They also manage disorders of the mouth, external genitalia, hair, and nails, and are skilled in treating conditions like dermatitis, allergic reactions, and skin manifestations of systemic diseases. Dermatologists receive specialized training in dermatopathology and dermatologic surgical techniques, and address cosmetic issues such as hair loss and scarring. Additionally, they use laboratory methods to diagnose immune-related skin disorders, often collaborating with immunohematologists for expert consultation and targeted therapies. Contact Dr. Peterson to book an appointment today.

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

    No, Peterson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 John Peterson accepting new patients in Monterey, CA?

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

    Does Dr. John Peterson offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Peterson, or call (208) 939-4599 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with John Peterson?

    Please contact Dr. Peterson's office at (208) 939-4599 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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