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Dr. David Petersen, MD
Van Nuys, CA
48 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Petersen, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Van Nuys, CA?
Dr. David Petersen, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Van Nuys, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 48 years. Dr. Petersen completed his residency at Santa Clara Valley Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Petersen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Petersen’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Petersen’s office at (818) 781-7097.
Where did Dr. Petersen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Santa Clara Valley Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca
What languages does Dr. Petersen speak?
Dr. Petersen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Petersen typically treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Petersen 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. Petersen. 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:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary and Genital Symptoms
- Urine and Urination
- Genitourinary signs
- Urogenital symptoms
- Reproductive and urinary issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R399: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the genitourinary system
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Petersen typically perform?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Petersen 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. Petersen. 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:
- Vein Needle or Catheter Insertion
- Venipuncture
- IV Insertion
- Intravenous Access
- Catheter Placement Vein
CPT Codes:
- 36000: Introduction of needle or intracatheter, vein
Does Dr. Petersen accept my insurance?
Dr. Petersen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 781-7097 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Petersen accept in Van Nuys, CA?
Dr. Petersen in Van Nuys, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Petersen's office located?
Dr. David Petersen's Primary Practice
14600 Sherman Way Ste 300
Van Nuys, CA 91405
(818) 781-7097
What is Dr. Petersen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Petersen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508932906.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Petersen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Petersen
What is Dr. David Petersen's specialty?
Dr. Petersen is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Van Nuys, CA.
What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?
A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.
Is this Dr. David Petersen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Petersen is affiliated with Eisenhower Health Main Campus, Renown Regional 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
When to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is David Petersen accepting new patients in Van Nuys, CA?
Yes, Dr. David Petersen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Petersen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Petersen's office at (818) 781-7097 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Petersen?
Please contact Dr. Petersen's office at (818) 781-7097 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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