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Dr. Edward Peterson, MD

Dr. Edward Peterson, MD

Chattanooga, TN

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    Who is Dr. Peterson, Ophthalmologist in Chattanooga, TN?

    Dr. Edward Peterson, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Peterson graduated from University of Utah Program and completed his residency at University Ky. Dr. Peterson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Peterson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Peterson’s office at (423) 508-7337.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Peterson?

    Dr. Edward Peterson, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Peterson empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cataract Surgery, Cataract-Pediatric, Intraocular Lens Replacement, Pediatric Ophthalmology, Strabismus-Adult & Pediatric, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Chattanooga/TN community, Dr. Peterson is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: University Ky | UK HEALTHCARE

    • Medical School: University of Ut Sch of Med, Salt Lake Cty Ut | University of Utah Program

    Is Dr. Peterson board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

    Yes, Dr. Edward Peterson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

    What languages does Dr. Peterson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Peterson treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, 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:

    • Cataract
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Other Secondary Cataract
    • Secondary Cataract
    • Cortical Age-Related Cataract
    • Posterior Subcapsular Polar Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types
    • Cataract from another condition
    • Complicated cataract
    • Acquired cataract
    • After-Cataract
    • Posterior Capsule Opacification
    • PCO
    • Cortical Cataract
    • Outer Lens Clouding
    • Back Lens Capsule Cataract
    • Posterior Polar Cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
    • H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
    • H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
    • H25012: Cortical age-related cataract, left eye
    • H25041: Posterior subcapsular polar age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25011: Cortical age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25042: Posterior subcapsular polar age-related cataract, left eye
    • H2521: Age-related cataract, morgagnian type, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Alternating Walleye
    • Alternating Crossed Eyes
    • Inward Turning Eye
    • Monocular Esotropia
    • Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
    • Monocular Exotropia
    • Crossed Eyes
    • Eye Movement Disorder
    • Alternating exotropia
    • Eyes take turns turning out
    • Intermittent exotropia
    • Alternating esotropia
    • Eyes take turns crossing
    • Intermittent esotropia
    • Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
    • Accommodative Squint
    • Esotropia
    • One Eye Turned In
    • Monocular Convergent Strabismus
    • Unilateral Esotropia
    • Intermittent Alternating Wall Eyes
    • Intermittent Alternating Divergent Strabismus
    • Temporary Wall Eye
    • One Eye Turned Out
    • Monocular Divergent Strabismus
    • Unilateral Exotropia
    • Convergent strabismus
    • Inward turning eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5015: Alternating exotropia
    • H5005: Alternating esotropia
    • H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
    • H50012: Monocular esotropia, left eye
    • H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
    • H50112: Monocular exotropia, left eye
    • H50111: Monocular exotropia, right eye
    • H50011: Monocular esotropia, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Tear Duct at Birth
    • Birth Defects
    • Tears
    • Congenital Lacrimal Duct Obstruction
    • Narrow Tear Duct in Baby

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q105: Congenital stenosis and stricture of lacrimal duct

    What procedures does Dr. Peterson perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Peterson 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. 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:

    • Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
    • Extracapsular cataract extraction
    • Phacoemulsification
    • IOL implantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
    • Laser Eye Surgery for Glaucoma
    • Laser Trabeculoplasty
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery
    • Iridotomy
    • Iridectomy
    • Laser Glaucoma Treatment
    • Glaucoma laser surgery
    • Laser eye treatment for glaucoma
    • Trabeculoplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
    • 66761: Iridotomy/iridectomy by laser surgery (eg, for glaucoma) (per session)
    • 65855: Trabeculoplasty by laser surgery

    Also known as:

    • Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
    • Crossed Eye Surgery (2 Muscles)
    • Complex Strabismus Surgery
    • Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
    • Strabismus Repair
    • Eye Alignment Surgery
    • Ocular Muscle Adjustment
    • Ocular Muscle Surgery
    • Crossed Eye Surgery with Scarring
    • Restrictive Myopathy Strabismus Repair
    • Difficult Eye Alignment Surgery
    • Strabismus Correction Surgery
    • Crossed Eyes Surgery
    • Wall Eyes Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
    • 67312: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 horizontal muscles
    • 67332: Strabismus surgery on patient with scarring of extraocular muscles (eg, prior ocular injury, strabismus or retinal detachment surgery) or restrictive myopathy (eg, dysthyroid ophthalmopathy) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)

    Also known as:

    • Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
    • Advanced Cataract Surgery
    • Phacoemulsification with IOL
    • Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction

    CPT Codes:

    • 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation

    Also known as:

    • Tear Duct Probing with Anesthesia
    • Anesthesia
    • Nasolacrimal duct probing
    • Blocked tear duct procedure
    • Tear duct irrigation

    CPT Codes:

    • 68811: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; requiring general anesthesia

    Does Dr. Peterson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Peterson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 508-7337 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Peterson accept in Chattanooga, TN?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross of Idaho

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • Consumers Choice Health Insurance

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Peterson's office located?

    Dr. Edward Peterson's Primary Practice

    7268 Jarnigan Rd Ste 200

    Chattanooga, TN 37421

    (423) 508-7337

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    Dr. Edward Peterson's Practice 2

    135 N Meadows Dr Ste D

    Athens, TN 37303

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    Dr. Edward Peterson's Practice 3

    1400 Dowell Springs Blvd Ste 310

    Knoxville, TN 37909

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    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 1679577324.

    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. Edward Peterson's specialty?

    Dr. Peterson is a Ophthalmologist near Chattanooga, TN. An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health. Contact Dr. Peterson to book an appointment today.

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

    No, Peterson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Ophthalmologist?

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    Is Edward Peterson accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?

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

    Does Dr. Edward Peterson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Peterson's office at (423) 508-7337 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Edward Peterson?

    Please contact Dr. Peterson's office at (423) 508-7337 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Edward Peterson have?

    Dr. Edward Peterson is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

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