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Dr. Michael Peterkin, MD

Anesthesiologist

Washington, DC

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Peterkin, Anesthesiologist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Michael Peterkin, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Peterkin graduated from Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University. Dr. Peterkin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Peterkin’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Peterkin’s office at (202) 537-4000.

    Where did Dr. Peterkin go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University | Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Peterkin board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Peterkin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Peterkin speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Peterkin typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Peterkin 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. Peterkin. 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:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Depression
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip

    Also known as:

    • Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
    • Prenatal Care
    • Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
    • Low-lying C-section Scar
    • Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Peterkin typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Peterkin 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. Peterkin. 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:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance
    • Brachial Plexus Injection
    • Arm Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Block
    • Continuous Brachial Plexus Infusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64416: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, continuous infusion by catheter (including catheter placement), including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
    • Sciatic Nerve Block
    • Sciatica Injection
    • Steroid Injection for Sciatica
    • Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (No Imaging)
    • Lower Back Epidural Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Pain Injection (Lumbar)

    CPT Codes:

    • 62322: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance

    Does Dr. Peterkin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Peterkin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 537-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Peterkin accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Peterkin in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Independence Health Group

    • Johns Hopkins Health System

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Peterkin's office located?

    Dr. Michael Peterkin's Primary Practice

    5255 Loughboro Rd NW

    Washington, DC 20016

    (202) 537-4000

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    Dr. Michael Peterkin's Practice 2

    6931 Arlington Rd Fl 1

    Bethesda, MD 20814

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    What hospitals are Dr. Peterkin affiliated with?

    Dr. Peterkin has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Sibley Memorial Hospital,Washington, DC

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

    Dr. Peterkin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972706638.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Peterkin?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Peterkin's specialty?

    Dr. Peterkin is an Anesthesiologist near Washington, DC.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Michael Peterkin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Peterkin is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Sibley Memorial Hospital. 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 Dr. Michael Peterkin accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Peterkin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Peterkin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Peterkin's office at (202) 537-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Peterkin?

    Please contact Dr. Peterkin's office at (202) 537-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Peterkin's office located?

    Dr. Peterkin's offices are located in Washington, DC and Bethesda, MD.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Peterkin have?

    Dr. Michael Peterkin is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.