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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kierstead, Internist in Antioch, CA?
Dr. Peter Kierstead is an Internist, who primarily practices in Antioch, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kierstead graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. Dr. Kierstead is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kierstead’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kierstead’s office at (562) 234-4926.
Where did Dr. Kierstead go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: University of California
What languages does Dr. Kierstead speak?
Dr. Kierstead and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kierstead treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Kierstead 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. Kierstead. 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:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J4489: Other specified chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Collapsed Lung
- Atelectasis
- Lung collapse
- Incomplete lung expansion
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9811: Atelectasis
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- IPF
- Lung Scarring of Unknown Cause
- Chronic Idiopathic Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J84112: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J439: Emphysema, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Kierstead perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Peter Kierstead may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kierstead's office.
Does Dr. Kierstead accept my insurance?
Dr. Kierstead accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 234-4926 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kierstead accept in Antioch, CA?
Dr. Kierstead in Antioch, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Contra Costa
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Samaritan Health Services
State of California
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Where is Dr. Kierstead's office located?
Dr. Peter Kierstead's Primary Practice
4501 Sand Creek Rd
Antioch, CA 94531
(562) 234-4926
What is Dr. Kierstead's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kierstead's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700164944.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kierstead?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kierstead
What is Dr. Peter Kierstead's specialty?
Dr. Kierstead is a Internist near Antioch, CA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Kierstead to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Peter Kierstead affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kierstead is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek 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
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Is Peter Kierstead accepting new patients in Antioch, CA?
Yes, Dr. Peter Kierstead is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Kierstead offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kierstead's office at (562) 234-4926 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Kierstead?
Please contact Dr. Kierstead's office at (562) 234-4926 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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