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Dr. Wendy Peterson, MD

Rapid City, SD

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Peterson, Surgeon in Rapid City, SD?

    Dr. Wendy Peterson, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Rapid City, SD. She has been practicing for over 19 years. Dr. Peterson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Peterson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Peterson’s office at (303) 318-1585.

    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 Surgeon like Dr. Peterson typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Acute Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
    • Appendicitis
    • Peritoneal Disorder
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack
    • Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
    • Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
    • Early Appendicitis with Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
    • K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallstones with Acute and Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation
    • Mixed cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Acute and chronic gallbladder attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis
    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
    • K8012: Calculus of gallbladder with acute and chronic cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Bleed
    • Brain Hemorrhage
    • Head Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Peterson typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Wendy 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 (303) 318-1585 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Peterson accept in Rapid City, SD?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Sanford Health

    • State of Wyoming

    • Unknown

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Peterson's office located?

    Dr. Wendy Peterson's Primary Practice

    353 Fairmont Blvd

    Rapid City, SD 57701

    (303) 318-1585

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    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 1104956945.

    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. Wendy Peterson's specialty?

    Dr. Peterson is a Surgeon near Rapid City, SD.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

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

    No, Peterson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Monument Health Neurology And Rehabilitation, Monument Health Sturgis Hospital, Rehabilitation And Critical Care Hospital Of The Black Hills, Monument Health Rapid City Clinic, Flormann Street. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Surgeon. 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 Wendy Peterson accepting new patients in Rapid City, SD?

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

    Does Dr. Wendy Peterson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Peterson's office at (303) 318-1585 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Wendy Peterson?

    Please contact Dr. Peterson's office at (303) 318-1585 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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