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Dr. John Petersen, MD

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Petersen, Pediatrician in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. John Petersen, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Petersen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Petersen’s office at (310) 267-9129.

    What languages does Dr. Petersen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Petersen typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Health Checkup
    • Newborn Exam
    • Infant Checkup
    • Post-Birth Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old
    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Petersen typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. John Petersen may include:

    Please contact Dr. Petersen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Petersen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Petersen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 267-9129 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Petersen accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Petersen in Los Angeles, 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)

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    Where is Dr. Petersen's office located?

    B711 Rrumc

    757 Westwood Plz # B711

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

    (310) 267-9129

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    Dr. John Petersen's Practice 2

    14445 Olive View Dr

    Sylmar, CA 91342

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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 1619361805.

    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. John Petersen's specialty?

    Dr. Petersen is a Pediatrician near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

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

    Yes, Dr. Petersen is affiliated with Los Angeles General Medical Center, Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 John Petersen accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

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

    Does Dr. John Petersen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Petersen's office at (310) 267-9129 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Petersen?

    Please contact Dr. Petersen's office at (310) 267-9129 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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