26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pedersen, Gastroenterologist in Salt Lake City, UT?
Dr. Peder Pedersen, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Salt Lake City, UT with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Pedersen graduated from University of Minnesota Med School and completed his residency at Univ Of Ut Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Pedersen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pedersen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pedersen’s office.
Where did Dr. Pedersen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Ut Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | University of Utah Program
Medical School: University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn | University of Minnesota Med School
Is Dr. Pedersen board certified in Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Peder Pedersen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pedersen speak?
Dr. Pedersen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Pedersen treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Pedersen 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. Pedersen. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Sigmoid Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous sigmoid colon growth
- Sigmoid colon adenoma
- Sigmoid colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
- D125: Benign neoplasm of sigmoid colon
Also known as:
- GERD with Esophagitis
- Acid Reflux
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
- Heartburn with Esophagus Damage
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease Affecting Small and Large Intestines
- Crohn's Disease of the Large Intestine
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Panenteric Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's of Both Bowels', 'Generalized Crohn's Disease
- Large Bowel Crohn's
- Crohn's Colitis', 'Colonic Crohn's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5080: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine without complications
- K5010: Crohn's disease of large intestine without complications
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Blocked Esophagus
- Esophagus Disorder
- Esophageal Obstruction
- Food Pipe Blockage
- Swallowing Difficulty
ICD-10 Codes:
- K222: Esophageal obstruction
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
- Constipation
- Functional Constipation
- Unexplained Chronic Constipation
- Long-Term Constipation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Pancolitis
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Chronic Pancolitis
- Extensive Ulcerative Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5100: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis without complications
Also known as:
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Esophagus Disorder
- Barrett’s Esophagus
- Barrett's condition
- Esophageal metaplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2270: Barrett's esophagus without dysplasia
Also known as:
- Rectal Polyp
- Rectal Disorder
- Rectal Growth
- Colon Polyp
- Benign Rectal Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- K621: Rectal polyp
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Pedersen perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Peder Pedersen may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pedersen's office.
Does Dr. Pedersen accept my insurance?
Dr. Pedersen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pedersen accept in Salt Lake City, UT?
Dr. Pedersen in Salt Lake City, UT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia (Regence)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
IHC / SelectHealth
Medicare
Molina
State of Utah
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Pedersen's office located?
What is Dr. Pedersen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pedersen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568558211.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pedersen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pedersen
What is Dr. Peder Pedersen's specialty?
Dr. Pedersen is a Gastroenterologist near Salt Lake City, UT. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Pedersen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Peder Pedersen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pedersen is affiliated with St. Mark's Hospital - Salt Lake City, UT, Intermountain 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
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Is Peder Pedersen accepting new patients in Salt Lake City, UT?
Yes, Dr. Peder Pedersen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peder Pedersen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pedersen's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peder Pedersen?
Please contact Dr. Pedersen's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Peder Pedersen have?
Dr. Peder Pedersen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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