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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. 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 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 as an 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 an Internist like Dr. Pelton typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Pelton typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Pelton 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
Please contact Dr. Pelton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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 Health Service
Cambia Health Solutions
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
PacificSource
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
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.
What does an Internist do?
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.
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, St. Luke's Nampa Medical Center, St. Luke's Magic Valley 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 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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