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Dr. Christian Peterson, DO

Dr. Christian Peterson, DO

Seattle, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Peterson, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Seattle, WA?

    Dr. Christian Peterson, DO is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Peterson completed his residency at Doctors Hosp North-Core, Orthopedic Surgery. He is a member of the American Osteopathic Association. Dr. Peterson is fluent in English, Bosnian, and Macedonian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Peterson’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Peterson’s office at (206) 668-6100.

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

    • Residency: Doctors Hosp North-Core, Orthopedic Surgery | Doctor`S Hospital North-Oh | Doctors Hospital | Doctors Hospitalital

    What languages does Dr. Peterson speak?

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

    • Bosnian

    • English

    • Macedonian

    What conditions does Dr. Peterson treat?

    As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, 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:

    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
    • Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
    • Other tear of the lateral meniscus in the right knee
    • Other tear of the lateral meniscus in the left knee
    • Complex tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Torn meniscus
    • Knee cartilage tear
    • Meniscal injury
    • Torn knee cartilage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
    • S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
    • S83281A: Other tear of lateral meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
    • S83282A: Other tear of lateral meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
    • S83232A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Knee Ligament Sprain
    • Anterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Sprained Knee Ligament
    • Ligament Injury in Knee
    • ACL Sprain
    • ACL Injury
    • Knee Ligament Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83512A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, initial encounter
    • S83511A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Knee Sprain
    • Left Shoulder Sprain
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Ligament Strain
    • Twisted Knee
    • Knee Ligament Injury
    • Left Shoulder Ligament Injury
    • Shoulder Joint Sprain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S8392XA: Sprain of unspecified site of left knee, initial encounter
    • S8391XA: Sprain of unspecified site of right knee, initial encounter
    • S43402A: Unspecified sprain of left shoulder joint, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Labrum Tear
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Labral Tear
    • SLAP Lesion
    • Torn Shoulder Labrum
    • Glenoid labrum tear
    • SLAP tear
    • Shoulder cartilage tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S43431A: Superior glenoid labrum lesion of right shoulder, initial encounter
    • S43432A: Superior glenoid labrum lesion of left shoulder, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder
    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

    Also known as:

    • Rotator Cuff Strain
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled Rotator Cuff Muscle
    • Shoulder Tendon Strain
    • Rotator Cuff Sprain
    • Strained Shoulder Tendon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S46011A: Strain of muscle(s) and tendon(s) of the rotator cuff of right shoulder, initial encounter
    • S46012A: Strain of muscle(s) and tendon(s) of the rotator cuff of left shoulder, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Torn Meniscus
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Meniscus Tear
    • Knee Cartilage Tear
    • Meniscal Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83231A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Left Quadriceps Strain
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled Left Quadriceps Muscle
    • Left Thigh Muscle Strain
    • Left Quadriceps Tendon Strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S76112A: Strain of left quadriceps muscle, fascia and tendon, initial encounter

    Which procedures does Dr. Peterson perform as a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?

    As a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Christian 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 (206) 668-6100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Peterson accept in Seattle, WA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Boeing

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Other Workers Comp

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • State of Washington

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Peterson's office located?

    Dr. Christian Peterson's Primary Practice

    1455 NW Leary Way Ste 250

    Seattle, WA 98107

    (206) 668-6100

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    Dr. Christian Peterson's Practice 2

    1570 N 115th St

    Seattle, WA 98133

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    Dr. Christian Peterson's Practice 3

    1959 NE Pacific St

    Seattle, WA 98195

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Osteopathic Association

    DO Member

    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 1063453165.

    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. Christian Peterson's specialty?

    Dr. Peterson is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Seattle, WA. Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine. Contact Dr. Peterson to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Peterson is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake 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

    Where can I learn more about Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?

    Explore Orthopedic Spine Surgeon 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 Christian Peterson accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?

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

    Does Dr. Christian Peterson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Peterson's office at (206) 668-6100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christian Peterson?

    Please contact Dr. Peterson's office at (206) 668-6100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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