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Dr. Michael Pelton, MD

Boise, ID

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pelton, Internist in Boise, ID?

    Dr. Michael Pelton, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Boise, ID with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Pelton graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed his residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Pelton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pelton’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pelton’s office at (208) 381-4100.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas

    Is Dr. Pelton board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Pelton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Pelton speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Pelton treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Pelton 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. Pelton. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer
    • Diabetic nerve damage
    • Diabetes-related nerve pain
    • Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
    • E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Long COVID
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Post-COVID Syndrome
    • Long-Haul COVID
    • Chronic COVID

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U099: Post COVID-19 condition, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Sclerosis
    • MS
    • Demyelinating Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G35: Multiple sclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Both Hips
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Bilateral Hip Arthritis
    • Primary Degenerative Hip Disease
    • Both Hips Arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M160: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of hip

    Also known as:

    • Spine Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Back
    • Vertebral Fracture
    • Thoracic Spine Fracture
    • Compression Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S22080D: Wedge compression fracture of T11-T12 vertebra, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    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:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Which procedures does Dr. Pelton perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Michael Pelton may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pelton's office.

    Does Dr. Pelton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pelton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (208) 381-4100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pelton accept in Boise, ID?

    Dr. Pelton in Boise, ID accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Blue Cross of Idaho

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • IHC / SelectHealth

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Pelton's office located?

    Dr. Michael Pelton's Primary Practice

    701 E Parkcenter Blvd

    Boise, ID 83706

    (208) 381-4100

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    Dr. Michael Pelton's Practice 2

    520 S Eagle Rd

    Meridian, ID 83642

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    Dr. Michael Pelton's Practice 3

    600 N Robbins Rd

    Boise, ID 83702

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

    Dr. Pelton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548219090.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pelton?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Pelton's specialty?

    Dr. Pelton is a Internist near Boise, ID.

    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. Pelton to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Pelton is affiliated with St. Luke's Boise Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Michael Pelton accepting new patients in Boise, ID?

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

    Does Dr. Michael Pelton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pelton's office at (208) 381-4100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Pelton?

    Please contact Dr. Pelton's office at (208) 381-4100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Pelton have?

    Dr. Michael Pelton is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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