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18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Petersen, Rheumatologist in Sioux Falls, SD?
Dr. Kara Petersen, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Sioux Falls, SD. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Petersen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Petersen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Petersen’s office at (605) 504-1600.
Where did Dr. Petersen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Is Dr. Petersen board certified in Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Kara Petersen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Petersen speak?
Dr. Petersen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Petersen treat?
As a Rheumatologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
- M0600: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, unspecified site
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency
- Immune System and Disorder
- Weak Immune System
- Immune System Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjogren's Syndrome with Dry Eyes
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjogren Syndrome
- Sjögren's Disease
- Autoimmune Dry Eye Syndrome
- Dry Mouth Syndrome
- Sjögren's Keratoconjunctivitis
- Dry Eye Disease from Sjogren's', 'Sjogren's Affecting Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3500: Sjogren syndrome, unspecified
- M3501: Sjogren syndrome with keratoconjunctivitis
Also known as:
- Widespread Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Multiple Joint Arthritis
- Polyarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M159: Polyosteoarthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Systemic Connective Tissue Disease
- Rheumatic Connective Tissue Disease
- Autoimmune Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M359: Systemic involvement of connective tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Giant cell arteritis
- Giant Cell Arteritis
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- Temporal arteritis', 'Horton's disease
- Cranial arteritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M316: Other giant cell arteritis
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Which procedures does Dr. Petersen perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kara Petersen may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Petersen's office.
Does Dr. Petersen accept my insurance?
Dr. Petersen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (605) 504-1600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Petersen accept in Sioux Falls, SD?
Dr. Petersen in Sioux Falls, SD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Avera Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medica
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
PrimeWest Health
State of South Dakota
UnitedHealthcare
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Petersen's office located?
Dr. Kara Petersen's Primary Practice
1325 S Cliff Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
(605) 504-1600
What is Dr. Petersen's NPI number?An 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 1851328231.
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. Kara Petersen's specialty?
Dr. Petersen is a Rheumatologist near Sioux Falls, SD. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Petersen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kara Petersen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Petersen is affiliated with Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center, Avera St. Luke's 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
Where can I learn more about Rheumatologist?
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Is Kara Petersen accepting new patients in Sioux Falls, SD?
Yes, Dr. Kara Petersen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kara Petersen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Petersen's office at (605) 504-1600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kara Petersen?
Please contact Dr. Petersen's office at (605) 504-1600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kara Petersen have?
Dr. Kara Petersen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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