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Dr. Wendy Peltier, MD
Milwaukee, WI
38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Peltier, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Milwaukee, WI?
Dr. Wendy Peltier, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Milwaukee, WI with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Peltier graduated from Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center and completed her residency at University of Michigan Program. Dr. Peltier is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Peltier’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Peltier’s office at (414) 805-0505.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Peltier?
Dr. Wendy Peltier, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Peltier empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hospital Medicine, Palliative Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Milwaukee, WI community, Dr. Peltier is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Peltier go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Michigan Program
Medical School: Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center
Is Dr. Peltier board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. Wendy Peltier, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Peltier speak?
Dr. Peltier and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Peltier typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Peltier 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. Peltier. 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:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Pain
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Peltier typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Wendy Peltier may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Peltier's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Peltier accept my insurance?
Dr. Peltier accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (414) 805-0505 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Peltier accept in Milwaukee, WI?
Dr. Peltier in Milwaukee, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Ascension Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Wisconsin
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)
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Where is Dr. Peltier's office located?
Dr. Wendy Peltier's Primary Practice
9200 W Wisconsin Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53226
(414) 805-0505
What is Dr. Peltier's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Peltier's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396796132.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Peltier?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Peltier
What is Dr. Wendy Peltier's specialty?
Dr. Peltier is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Milwaukee, WI.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Wendy Peltier affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Peltier is affiliated with Froedtert Hospital 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
When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Wendy Peltier accepting new patients in Milwaukee, WI?
Yes, Dr. Wendy Peltier is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wendy Peltier offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Peltier's office at (414) 805-0505 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wendy Peltier?
Please contact Dr. Peltier's office at (414) 805-0505 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Wendy Peltier have?
Dr. Wendy Peltier is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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