NP
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Peta, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Nihanth Peta is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Peta is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Peta’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Peta’s office at (615) 322-3000.
What languages does Dr. Peta speak?
Dr. Peta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Peta typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Peta 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. Peta. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Peta typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Nihanth Peta may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Peta's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Peta accept my insurance?
Dr. Peta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 322-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Peta accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Peta in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Oscar Health
Parkland Health & Hospital System
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Peta's office located?
Dr. Nihanth Peta's Primary Practice
3601 The Vanderbilt Clinic
Nashville, TN 37232
(615) 322-3000
What is Dr. Peta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Peta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457856460.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Peta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Peta
What is Dr. Nihanth Peta's specialty?
Dr. Peta is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Nashville, TN.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Nihanth Peta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Peta is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Uptown, William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Tristar Stonecrest Medical Center, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, Methodist Dallas Medical Center, White Rock 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nihanth Peta accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Nihanth Peta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nihanth Peta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Peta's office at (615) 322-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nihanth Peta?
Please contact Dr. Peta's office at (615) 322-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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