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Dr. John Peterson, MD

Edgewood, KY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Peterson, Infectious Disease Specialist in Edgewood, KY?

    Dr. John Peterson, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Edgewood, KY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Peterson graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine and completed his residency at University Hosp, Inc, Infectious Diseases. Dr. Peterson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Peterson’s practice accepts 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 (859) 344-1512.

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

    • Residency: University Hosp, Inc, Infectious Diseases | UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

    • Medical School: University of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky | University of Louisville School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Peterson board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. John Peterson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    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 a Infectious Disease Specialist, 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:

    • HIV
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
    • AIDS virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease

    Also known as:

    • Asymptomatic HIV Infection
    • HIV
    • HIV positive without symptoms
    • Latent HIV infection
    • HIV carrier

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status

    Also known as:

    • Blood Infection
    • Sepsis
    • Bacteremia
    • Bacteria in blood
    • Bloodstream infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to Rabies
    • Rabies
    • Rabies contact
    • Suspected rabies exposure
    • Animal bite rabies risk

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z203: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to rabies

    Which procedures does Dr. Peterson perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Does Dr. Peterson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Peterson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 344-1512 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Peterson accept in Edgewood, KY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Corporate Services

    • Custom Design Benefits

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Peterson's office located?

    Dr. John Peterson's Primary Practice

    1 Medical Village Dr

    Edgewood, KY 41017

    (859) 344-1512

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    Dr. John Peterson's Practice 2

    1500 James Simpson Jr Way

    Covington, KY 41011

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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 1558369934.

    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. John Peterson's specialty?

    Dr. Peterson is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Edgewood, KY.

    An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.

    Contact Dr. Peterson to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Peterson is affiliated with St. Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Explore Infectious Disease Specialist 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 John Peterson accepting new patients in Edgewood, KY?

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

    Does Dr. John Peterson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Peterson's office at (859) 344-1512 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Peterson?

    Please contact Dr. Peterson's office at (859) 344-1512 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Peterson have?

    Dr. John Peterson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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