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Dr. Peter Tierney, MD

Dr. Peter Tierney, MD

Plainsboro, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tierney, Family Medicine Specialist in Plainsboro, NJ?

    Dr. Peter Tierney, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Plainsboro, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Tierney completed his residency at Hunterdon Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Tierney is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tierney’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tierney’s office at (609) 853-7272.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Tierney?

    Dr. Peter Tierney, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Family Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Tierney empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Plainsboro/NJ community, Dr. Tierney is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Hunterdon Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Hunterdon Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of Va Sch of Med, Charlottesville Va

    Is Dr. Tierney board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Tierney, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Tierney speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Tierney treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tierney 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. Tierney. 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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Elevated Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure Reading
    • Prehypertension
    • Borderline High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    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

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Adjustment Disorder with Mixed Anxiety and Depression
    • Adjustment Disorder with Depressed Mood
    • Mental Disorder
    • Stress-Related Anxiety and Depression
    • Mixed Mood Adjustment Disorder
    • Emotional Distress from Stress
    • Situational Depression
    • Stress-Related Depression
    • Depression from Life Changes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F4323: Adjustment disorder with mixed anxiety and depressed mood
    • F4321: Adjustment disorder with depressed mood

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Sugar
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Elevated Glucose
    • Unspecified High Blood Sugar

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • PSA Test
    • Prostate Exam
    • Prostate Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Which procedures does Dr. Tierney perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Peter Tierney may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tierney's office.

    Does Dr. Tierney accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tierney accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (609) 853-7272 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tierney accept in Plainsboro, NJ?

    Dr. Tierney in Plainsboro, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Braven Health

    • Carepoint Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tierney's office located?

    Dr. Peter Tierney's Primary Practice

    5 Plainsboro Rd Ste 300

    Plainsboro, NJ 08536

    (609) 853-7272

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    Dr. Peter Tierney's Practice 2

    1 Washington Blvd Ste A

    Robbinsville, NJ 08691

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    Dr. Peter Tierney's Practice 3

    401 Ridge Rd Ste 6

    Dayton, NJ 08810

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

    Dr. Tierney's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467524405.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tierney?

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

    What is Dr. Peter Tierney's specialty?

    Dr. Tierney is a Family Medicine Specialist near Plainsboro, NJ. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Tierney to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Peter Tierney affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tierney is affiliated with Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Peter Tierney accepting new patients in Plainsboro, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Tierney is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Peter Tierney offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tierney's office at (609) 853-7272 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Peter Tierney?

    Please contact Dr. Tierney's office at (609) 853-7272 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Tierney have?

    Dr. Peter Tierney is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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