Dr. Christopher Peters, MD
Salt Lake City, UT
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Peters, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Salt Lake City, UT?
Dr. Christopher Peters, MD is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Salt Lake City, UT with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Peters completed his residency at Univ Of Ut Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Peters is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Peters’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Peters’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Peters?
Dr. Christopher Peters, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Peters empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hip & Knee Reconstruction, Joint Replacement, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Salt Lake City, UT community, Dr. Peters is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Peters go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Rush Presbyterian St Luke's Medical Center - Chicago, IL in Joint Replacement/Reconstuction
Residency: Univ Of Ut Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, General Surgery | L a Co Usc Med Center | University of Utah Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | Tucom-Ca
Is Dr. Peters board certified as an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Peters, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery , American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery since 2017
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 Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Peters typically treat?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, 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:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Right Artificial Knee Joint
- Knee Replacement
- Right Knee Replacement
- Right Knee Prosthesis
- Right Knee Arthroplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
What procedures does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Peters typically perform?
As an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Peters 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. 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:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
Also known as:
- Total Hip Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Hip arthroplasty
- Artificial hip surgery
- Hip joint replacement
- Femoral head replacement
CPT Codes:
- 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
- Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
- Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
- Orthopedic Navigation System
- CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Peters accept my insurance?
Dr. Peters 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. Peters accept in Salt Lake City, UT?
Dr. Peters 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
Blue Cross of Idaho Health Service
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Utah
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Peters' office located?
What is Dr. Peters's NPI number?An 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 1407946023.
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. Christopher Peters's specialty?
Dr. Peters is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near Salt Lake City, UT.
What does an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon do?
Adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons, recognized as a fellowship subspecialty by several state medical boards, focus on reconstructive procedures including joint arthroplasty (such as hip and knee replacements), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and various other adult reconstructive surgical interventions.
Is this Dr. Christopher Peters affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Peters is affiliated with University Of Utah 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
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Is Christopher Peters accepting new patients in Salt Lake City, UT?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Peters is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Peters offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Peters's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Peters?
Please contact Dr. Peters's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Peters have?
Dr. Christopher Peters is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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