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Dr. Richard Peterson, MD

Centennial, CO

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Peterson, Family Medicine Specialist in Centennial, CO?

    Dr. Richard Peterson, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Centennial, CO with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Peterson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Peterson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Peterson’s office at (303) 338-4545.

    What languages does Dr. Peterson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Peterson treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Amputation Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Limb Loss
    • Post-amputation care
    • Limb loss recovery
    • Amputee rehabilitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4781: Encounter for orthopedic aftercare following surgical amputation

    Which procedures does Dr. Peterson perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Peterson may include:

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

    Does Dr. Peterson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Peterson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 338-4545 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Peterson accept in Centennial, CO?

    Dr. Peterson in Centennial, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Peterson's office located?

    Dr. Richard Peterson's Primary Practice

    5555 E Arapahoe Rd

    Centennial, CO 80122

    (303) 338-4545

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    Dr. Richard Peterson's Practice 2

    191 E Orchard Rd Ste 300

    Littleton, CO 80121

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    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 1154369304.

    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. Richard Peterson's specialty?

    Dr. Peterson is a Family Medicine Specialist near Centennial, CO. 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. Contact Dr. Peterson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Richard Peterson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Peterson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist 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 Richard Peterson accepting new patients in Centennial, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Peterson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Peterson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Peterson's office at (303) 338-4545 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Peterson?

    Please contact Dr. Peterson's office at (303) 338-4545 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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