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Dr. Christine Petersen, MD

Medford, OR

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Petersen, Glaucoma Specialist in Medford, OR?

    Dr. Christine Petersen, MD is a Glaucoma Specialist, who primarily practices in Medford, OR with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Petersen is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Petersen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Petersen’s office at (541) 776-9026.

    What languages does Dr. Petersen speak?

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

    • English

    • Italian

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Petersen treat?

    As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Petersen 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. Petersen. 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:

    • Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Borderline Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • POAG
    • Chronic Simple Glaucoma
    • Wide-Angle Glaucoma
    • Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Early Open-Angle Glaucoma
    • Open-angle glaucoma suspect
    • Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H401130: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, stage unspecified
    • H401131: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, mild stage
    • H401133: Primary open-angle glaucoma, bilateral, severe stage
    • H40013: Open angle with borderline findings, low risk, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cataract
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral

    What procedures does Dr. Petersen perform?

    As a Glaucoma Specialist, Dr. Petersen 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. Petersen. 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:

    • Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
    • Extracapsular cataract extraction
    • Phacoemulsification
    • IOL implantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
    • Laser Trabeculoplasty
    • Cataract Surgery with Glaucoma Drainage Device
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery
    • Glaucoma laser surgery
    • Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
    • Trabeculoplasty
    • Combined Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery
    • Phacoemulsification with Aqueous Drainage Device
    • IOL Insertion with Glaucoma Stent

    CPT Codes:

    • 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
    • 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery
    • 66991: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); with insertion of intraocular (eg, trabecular meshwork, supraciliary, suprachoroidal) anterior segment aqueous drainage device, without extraocular reservoir, internal approach, one or more

    Does Dr. Petersen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Petersen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (541) 776-9026 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Petersen accept in Medford, OR?

    Dr. Petersen in Medford, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Atrio Health Plans

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Screen Actors Guild

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Petersen's office located?

    Dr. Christine Petersen's Primary Practice

    1333 E Barnett Rd

    Medford, OR 97504

    (541) 776-9026

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    Dr. Christine Petersen's Practice 2

    881 NE 7th St

    Grants Pass, OR 97526

    (541) 476-6302

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    Dr. Christine Petersen's Practice 3

    221 W Stewart Ave Ste 110

    Medford, OR 97501

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    What is Dr. Petersen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Petersen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639580194.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Petersen?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Petersen

    What is Dr. Christine Petersen's specialty?

    Dr. Petersen is a Glaucoma Specialist near Medford, OR. An ophthalmologist specializing in the treatment of glaucoma and related disorders focuses on managing conditions associated with increased intraocular pressure and optic nerve damage. This specialty encompasses both medical and surgical interventions to effectively treat these conditions. Contact Dr. Petersen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Christine Petersen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Petersen is affiliated with Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center, Providence Medford Medical Center, Asante Ashland Community Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Glaucoma Specialist?

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    Is Christine Petersen accepting new patients in Medford, OR?

    Yes, Dr. Christine Petersen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christine Petersen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Petersen's office at (541) 776-9026 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christine Petersen?

    Please contact Dr. Petersen's office at (541) 776-9026 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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