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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Peterson, Hospitalist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Justin Peterson, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Peterson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Peterson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Peterson’s office at (310) 458-2381.
What languages does Dr. Peterson speak?
Dr. Peterson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Peterson typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, 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:
- Other Vein Disorder
- Vascular Disease
- Specific Vein Conditions
- Uncommon Vein Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- I878: Other specified disorders of veins
Also known as:
- Other Health Condition
- Unspecified Health Issue
- General Health Concern
- Other Medical Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z789: Other specified health status
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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Bloating
- Gas
- Gas in the Digestive Tract
- Bloated Stomach
- Swollen Belly
- Gaseous Distension
ICD-10 Codes:
- R140: Abdominal distension (gaseous)
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Peterson typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Peterson 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. 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:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
- Central Line Placement
- CVC Insertion
- Temporary Central Line
- IV Access Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Artery Needle or Catheter Insertion
- Arterial Line Placement
- Arterial Puncture
- Artery Catheterization
- Peripheral Arterial Access
CPT Codes:
- 36140: Introduction of needle or intracatheter, upper or lower extremity artery
Also known as:
- Lumbar Puncture (Spinal Tap)
- Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Analysis
- Spinal tap
- CSF analysis
- Diagnostic lumbar puncture
- Cerebrospinal fluid collection
CPT Codes:
- 62270: Spinal puncture, lumbar, diagnostic;
Does Dr. Peterson accept my insurance?
Dr. Peterson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 458-2381 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Peterson accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Peterson in Santa Monica, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Peterson's office located?
Dr. Justin Peterson's Primary Practice
2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 458-2381
What is Dr. Peterson's NPI number?An 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 1285165472.
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. Justin Peterson's specialty?
Dr. Peterson is a Hospitalist near Santa Monica, CA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Justin Peterson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Peterson is affiliated with Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Boston Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca) 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
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Is Justin Peterson accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Justin Peterson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Justin Peterson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Peterson's office at (310) 458-2381 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Justin Peterson?
Please contact Dr. Peterson's office at (310) 458-2381 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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