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Dr. Scott Petersen, MD

Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)

Washington, DC

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Petersen, Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Scott Petersen, MD is a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Petersen completed his residency at Tripler Army Med Ctr, Obstetrics And Gynecology. Dr. Petersen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Petersen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Petersen’s office at (301) 251-8611.

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

    • Residency: Tripler Army Med Ctr, Obstetrics And Gynecology

    • Medical School: Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda

    Is Dr. Petersen board certified as a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Petersen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

    What languages does Dr. Petersen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Petersen typically treat?

    As a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Petersen 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. Petersen. 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:

    • Placental Insufficiency
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Uteroplacental insufficiency
    • Placental dysfunction
    • Failing placenta
    • Placenta not working well

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O365130: Maternal care for known or suspected placental insufficiency, third trimester, not applicable or unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Placental Insufficiency
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Uteroplacental Insufficiency
    • Placental Dysfunction
    • Poor Placental Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O365120: Maternal care for known or suspected placental insufficiency, second trimester, not applicable or unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Births
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Advanced Maternal Age Multiple Pregnancies
    • Elderly Multigravida Care
    • Older Mother with Prior Births Pregnancy Monitoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O09523: Supervision of elderly multigravida, third trimester

    Also known as:

    • Diet-Controlled Gestational Diabetes
    • Diabetes and Pregnancy
    • Gestational diabetes
    • Gestational diabetes managed by diet
    • Pregnancy diabetes diet control
    • GDM diet management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O24410: Gestational diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, diet controlled

    Also known as:

    • Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Pregnancies
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Pregnancy monitoring for older mothers
    • Managing pregnancy for advanced maternal age (multiple births)
    • Geriatric multigravida care
    • Older mom with previous pregnancies

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O09522: Supervision of elderly multigravida, second trimester

    What procedures does a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Petersen typically perform?

    As a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Petersen 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. Petersen. 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:

    • Fetal Non-Stress Test
    • Nonstress Test
    • Nonstress Test (NST)
    • Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
    • NST for Pregnancy
    • Baby Heartbeat Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 59025: Fetal non-stress test

    Also known as:

    • Vaginal Cervical Cerclage
    • Cervical Stitch (Vaginal)
    • Vaginal Cerclage during Pregnancy
    • Cervix Strengthening Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 59320: Cerclage of cervix, during pregnancy; vaginal

    Does Dr. Petersen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Petersen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 251-8611 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Petersen accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Petersen in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Johns Hopkins Health System

    • Maryland Physicians Care

    • Riverside Health

    • State of Virginia

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Petersen's office located?

    Dr. Scott Petersen's Primary Practice

    2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW

    Washington, DC 20037

    (301) 251-8611

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    Dr. Scott Petersen's Practice 2

    2401 E Belvedere Ave

    Baltimore, MD 21215

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    Dr. Scott Petersen's Practice 3

    4920 Elm St Ste 225

    Bethesda, MD 20814

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

    Dr. Petersen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275574519.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Petersen?

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

    What is Dr. Scott Petersen's specialty?

    Dr. Petersen is a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist near Washington, DC.

    What does a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist do?

    An obstetrician/gynecologist who specializes in the care of patients with pregnancy complications provides consultation and management for those experiencing obstetrical, medical, and surgical issues related to pregnancy. This specialist has advanced knowledge of the effects of these complications on both the mother and the fetus, as well as expertise in the latest diagnostic and treatment modalities for managing complicated pregnancies.

    Is Dr. Scott Petersen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Petersen is affiliated with Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital, Frederick Health Hospital, Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center, Bon Secours St. Francis Medical Center 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 Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Scott Petersen accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Petersen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Scott Petersen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Petersen's office at (301) 251-8611 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Scott Petersen?

    Please contact Dr. Petersen's office at (301) 251-8611 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Petersen's office located?

    Dr. Petersen's offices are located in Washington, DC, Baltimore, MD, and Bethesda, MD.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Petersen have?

    Dr. Scott Petersen is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.