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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bessas, Family Medicine Specialist in Vancouver, WA?
Dr. Peter Bessas, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Vancouver, WA. He has been practicing for over 19 years. Dr. Bessas completed his residency at Southwest Wa Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Bessas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bessas’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bessas’s office at (360) 828-8008.
Where did Dr. Bessas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Southwest Wa Med Ctr, Family Medicine
Medical School: Or Hlth Sci Univ Sch of Med, Portland Or
What languages does Dr. Bessas speak?
Dr. Bessas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bessas typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bessas 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. Bessas. 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:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
Also known as:
- ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADD
- Inattentive ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, 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:
- 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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bessas typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bessas 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. Bessas. 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:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy
- Shave Biopsy
- Tangential Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
Also known as:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Does Dr. Bessas accept my insurance?
Dr. Bessas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (360) 828-8008 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bessas accept in Vancouver, WA?
Dr. Bessas in Vancouver, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
First Choice Health Network
HealthRight Group
Medicare
Providence Health & Services
Spectrum
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bessas' office located?
Dr. Peter Bessas' Primary Practice
13115 NE 4th St Ste 230
Vancouver, WA 98684
(360) 828-8008
What is Dr. Bessas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bessas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992756498.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bessas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bessas
What is Dr. Peter Bessas's specialty?
Dr. Bessas is a Family Medicine Specialist near Vancouver, WA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Peter Bessas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bessas is affiliated with Peacehealth Southwest Medical Center, Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center, Peacehealth St. John Medical Center, Confluence Health Hospital - Central Campus 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Peter Bessas accepting new patients in Vancouver, WA?
Yes, Dr. Peter Bessas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Bessas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bessas's office at (360) 828-8008 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Bessas?
Please contact Dr. Bessas's office at (360) 828-8008 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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