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Dr. Leah Peterson, MD

Salina, KS

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Peterson, Family Medicine Specialist in Salina, KS?

    Dr. Leah Peterson, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Salina, KS. Dr. Peterson is fluent in English and Spanish, 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 (785) 825-7251.

    What languages does Dr. Peterson speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Peterson typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • HIV
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
    • AIDS virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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

    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:

    • Gender Dysphoria
    • Gender incongruence
    • Gender identity issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F649: Gender identity disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Peterson typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Leah Peterson may include:

    Please contact Dr. Peterson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Peterson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Peterson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (785) 825-7251 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Peterson accept in Salina, KS?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Allstate Corporation

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Kansas

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Peterson's office located?

    Dr. Leah Peterson's Primary Practice

    651 E Prescott Rd

    Salina, KS 67401

    (785) 825-7251

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    What hospitals are Dr. Peterson affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Peterson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    The University Of Kansas Health System - Great Bend Campus,Great Bend, KS
    Lindsborg Community Hospital,Lindsborg, KS

    What is Dr. Peterson's NPI number?A 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 1033476759.

    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. Leah Peterson's specialty?

    Dr. Peterson is a Family Medicine Specialist near Salina, KS.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

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

    Yes, Dr. Peterson is affiliated with Salina Regional Health 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Leah Peterson accepting new patients in Salina, KS?

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

    Does Dr. Leah Peterson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Peterson's office at (785) 825-7251 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Leah Peterson?

    Please contact Dr. Peterson's office at (785) 825-7251 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Peterson's office located?

    Dr. Peterson's office is located in Salina, KS.