31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kerstan, Family Medicine Specialist in Park Ridge, IL?
Dr. Peter Kerstan, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Park Ridge, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Kerstan completed his residency at Resurrection Medical Center - Resurrection Health Care, Chicago. Dr. Kerstan is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kerstan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kerstan’s office.
Where did Dr. Kerstan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Resurrection Medical Center - Resurrection Health Care, Chicago
Medical School: Loyola University of Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, Maywood
Is Dr. Kerstan board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Peter Kerstan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kerstan speak?
Dr. Kerstan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kerstan typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kerstan 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. Kerstan. 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:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kerstan typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Peter Kerstan may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Kerstan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kerstan accept my insurance?
Dr. Kerstan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kerstan accept in Park Ridge, IL?
Dr. Kerstan in Park Ridge, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Keenan & Associates
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kerstan's office located?
What is Dr. Kerstan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kerstan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780687301.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kerstan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kerstan
What is Dr. Peter Kerstan's specialty?
Dr. Kerstan is a Family Medicine Specialist near Park Ridge, IL.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Peter Kerstan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kerstan is affiliated with Resurrection Medical Center, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Saint Francis Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, Ascension Saint Joseph - Chicago 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Peter Kerstan accepting new patients in Park Ridge, IL?
Yes, Dr. Peter Kerstan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Kerstan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kerstan's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Kerstan?
Please contact Dr. Kerstan's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Kerstan have?
Dr. Peter Kerstan is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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