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14 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Peterson, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Johann Peterson, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Peterson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Peterson’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Peterson’s office at (800) 470-0071.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Peterson?
Dr. Johann Peterson, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Gastroenterologist 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. Peterson empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Endoscopy, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Nutrition, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Sacramento/CA community, Dr. Peterson is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Peterson board certified in Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Johann Peterson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Peterson speak?
Dr. Peterson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Peterson treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD with Esophagitis
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
- Heartburn with Esophagus Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
- K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy
- Having Other Artificial Openings of the Digestive Tract
- Ostomy
- Feeding Tube Opening
- Stomach Stoma
- G-tube
- GI tract stoma
- Digestive system ostomy
- Enterostomy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z931: Gastrostomy status
- Z934: Other artificial openings of gastrointestinal tract status
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's Disease of the Small Intestine
- Crohn’s Disease
- Regional Enteritis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Terminal Ileitis
- Ileitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5090: Crohn's disease, unspecified, without complications
- K5000: Crohn's disease of small intestine without complications
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Other Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
- Swallowing problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
- R1319: Other dysphagia
Also known as:
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
Also known as:
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
- Constipation
- Functional Constipation
- Unexplained Chronic Constipation
- Long-Term Constipation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Pancolitis with Rectal Bleeding
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Chronic Pancolitis with Bloody Stool
- Extensive Ulcerative Colitis with Rectal Bleeding
- GI Bleeding from Pancolitis
- Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Chronic Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K51011: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis with rectal bleeding
- K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications
Also known as:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
Also known as:
- Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Cerebral Palsy
- Paralysis
- Quadriplegic CP
- Spastic CP affecting all limbs
- Four-limb spastic paralysis
- CP
- Brain paralysis
- Childhood motor disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy
- G809: Cerebral palsy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Malabsorption After Surgery
- Intestinal Malabsorption
- After Surgery
- Malabsorption Syndromes
- Postoperative Malabsorption
- Nutrient Absorption Issues After Surgery
- Surgical Malabsorption
- Nutrient Malabsorption
- Digestive Malabsorption
- Malabsorption Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- K912: Postsurgical malabsorption, not elsewhere classified
- K909: Intestinal malabsorption, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
Also known as:
- Hirschsprung's Disease
- Birth Defects
- Colonic Disease
- Hirschsprung disease
- Congenital Megacolon
- Aganglionic Megacolon
- Hirschsprung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q431: Hirschsprung's disease
Which procedures does Dr. Peterson perform as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Johann Peterson may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Peterson's office.
Does Dr. Peterson accept my insurance?
Dr. Peterson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 470-0071 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Peterson accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Peterson in Sacramento, 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
BCBS Unspecified
Centene
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
Partnership Health Plan
State of California
Sutter Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Peterson's office located?
Dr. Johann Peterson's Practice 2
1625 Stockton Blvd Ste 105
Sacramento, CA 95816
(916) 887-4780
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 1467508382.
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. Johann Peterson's specialty?
Dr. Peterson is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Sacramento, CA. A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs. Contact Dr. Peterson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Johann Peterson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Peterson is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento 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 Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
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Is Johann Peterson accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Johann Peterson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Johann Peterson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Peterson's office at (800) 470-0071 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Johann Peterson?
Please contact Dr. Peterson's office at (800) 470-0071 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Johann Peterson have?
Dr. Johann Peterson is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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