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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Peterson, Anatomic Pathologist in Twin Falls, ID?
Dr. Kirk Peterson, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist, who primarily practices in Twin Falls, ID. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Peterson graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed his residency at Penrose-St Francis Hltcare Sys, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Peterson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Peterson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Peterson’s office at (208) 814-0363.
Where did Dr. Peterson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Penrose-St Francis Hltcare Sys, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology | Penrose Path-Penrose Hosp | Penrose-St Francis Health Services Program
Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med | Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University
Is Dr. Peterson board certified as an Anatomic Pathologist?
Yes, Dr. Kirk Peterson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Peterson speak?
Dr. Peterson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist like Dr. Peterson typically treat?
As an Anatomic Pathologist, Dr. Peterson 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. Peterson. 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:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- HPV and Pap Test Results
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
- Pap Test
- HPV Test
- Cervical Smear
- Early Cervical Cancer Detection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
- Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix
Also known as:
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist like Dr. Peterson typically perform?
As an Anatomic Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kirk Peterson may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Peterson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Peterson accept my insurance?
Dr. Peterson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (208) 814-0363 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Peterson accept in Twin Falls, ID?
Dr. Peterson in Twin Falls, ID accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Conifer Health Solutions
HealthRight Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Peterson's office located?
What is Dr. Peterson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Peterson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982650131.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Peterson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Peterson
What is Dr. Kirk Peterson's specialty?
Dr. Peterson is a Anatomic Pathologist near Twin Falls, ID.
What does an Anatomic Pathologist do?
A pathologist specializes in understanding the causes and nature of diseases, playing a key role in diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment through laboratory-based insights from biological, chemical, and physical sciences. They analyze information gathered from microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, as well as from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor disease.
Is this Dr. Kirk Peterson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Peterson is affiliated with St. Luke's Magic Valley 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
When to see an Anatomic Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kirk Peterson accepting new patients in Twin Falls, ID?
Yes, Dr. Kirk Peterson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kirk Peterson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Peterson's office at (208) 814-0363 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kirk Peterson?
Please contact Dr. Peterson's office at (208) 814-0363 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kirk Peterson have?
Dr. Kirk Peterson is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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Connect with DR. Peterson
Department Of Pathology
801 Pole Line Rd W
Twin Falls, ID 83301