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Who is Dr. Pettersen, Internist in Sylmar, CA?
Dr. Kenneth Pettersen, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Sylmar, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Pettersen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pettersen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pettersen’s office at (747) 210-4573.
What languages does Dr. Pettersen speak?
Dr. Pettersen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Pettersen treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Pettersen 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. Pettersen. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Opioid Abuse
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioid-Induced Disorder
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Drug Use and Addiction
- Opioid misuse
- Drug abuse (opioids)
- Problem opioid use
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
- Opioid-related health problems
- Complications from opioid use
- Opioid-caused conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1110: Opioid abuse, uncomplicated
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
- F1199: Opioid use, unspecified with unspecified opioid-induced disorder
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Alcohol Use Disorder
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol use disorder
- Alcohol dependence
- Alcoholism
- Problem drinking
- AUD
- Alcohol abuse
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1020: Alcohol dependence, uncomplicated
- F1010: Alcohol abuse, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Wound Dressing Change or Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Non-surgical dressing care
- Wound care visit
- Dressing replacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
- Eye Disease
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Annual eye checkup
- Vision screening, no issues
- Eye health exam, all clear
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
Also known as:
- Blood Pressure Check with Abnormal Findings
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Screening
- Abnormal BP Reading
- Blood Pressure Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0131: Encounter for examination of blood pressure with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Which procedures does Dr. Pettersen perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Kenneth Pettersen 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. Pettersen's office.
Does Dr. Pettersen accept my insurance?
Dr. Pettersen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (747) 210-4573 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pettersen accept in Sylmar, CA?
Dr. Pettersen in Sylmar, 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
California Foundation for Medical Care
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Pettersen's office located?
Dr. Kenneth Pettersen's Primary Practice
14445 Olive View Dr # 2D-154
Sylmar, CA 91342
(747) 210-4573
What is Dr. Pettersen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pettersen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710371927.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pettersen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pettersen
What is Dr. Kenneth Pettersen's specialty?
Dr. Pettersen is a Internist near Sylmar, 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. Pettersen to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Kenneth Pettersen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Pettersen is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Olive View - Ucla Medical Center, Harbor - Ucla Medical Center, High Desert Regional Health Center, Martin Luther King, Jr. Outpatient Center. 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
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Is Kenneth Pettersen accepting new patients in Sylmar, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Pettersen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kenneth Pettersen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pettersen's office at (747) 210-4573 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Pettersen?
Please contact Dr. Pettersen's office at (747) 210-4573 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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