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Dr. Peter Rice, MD

Dr. Peter Rice, MD

Ketchikan, AK

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rice, Internist in Ketchikan, AK?

    Dr. Peter Rice, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Ketchikan, AK. He is board certified. Dr. Rice graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Wa Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Rice is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rice’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rice’s office at (907) 225-4104.

    Where did Dr. Rice go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Wa Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University of Washington Program

    • Medical School: University of Wa Sch of Med, Seattle Wa | University of Washington School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Rice board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Rice, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Rice speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Rice typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Rice 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. Rice. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • 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:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    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:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Rice typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Peter Rice may include:

    Please contact Dr. Rice's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Rice accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rice accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (907) 225-4104 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rice accept in Ketchikan, AK?

    Dr. Rice in Ketchikan, AK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • First Administrators

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Not Specified

    • State of Alaska

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Rice's office located?

    Dr. Peter Rice's Primary Practice

    3100 Tongass Ave

    Ketchikan, AK 99901

    (907) 225-4104

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    What is Dr. Rice's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Rice's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548291396.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rice?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rice

    What is Dr. Peter Rice's specialty?

    Dr. Rice is a Internist near Ketchikan, AK.

    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. Peter Rice affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rice is affiliated with Peacehealth St. John 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 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 Peter Rice accepting new patients in Ketchikan, AK?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Rice is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Peter Rice offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rice's office at (907) 225-4104 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Peter Rice?

    Please contact Dr. Rice's office at (907) 225-4104 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Rice have?

    Dr. Peter Rice is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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