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38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Petersen, Family Medicine Specialist in Algonquin, IL?
Dr. Brent Petersen, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Algonquin, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Petersen completed his residency at Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Petersen is fluent in English, Hindi, and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Petersen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Petersen’s office at (847) 658-9555.
Where did Dr. Petersen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, Family Medicine
Medical School: Rush Med Coll of Rush University, Chicago Il
Is Dr. Petersen board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Brent Petersen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Petersen speak?
Dr. Petersen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Persian
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Petersen typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Petersen typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Petersen 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Needle Insertion into Muscle
- Dry Needling (1-2 Muscles)
- Muscle Needle Treatment
- Therapeutic Needle Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 20560: Needle insertion(s) without injection(s); 1 or 2 muscle(s)
Does Dr. Petersen accept my insurance?
Dr. Petersen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 658-9555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Petersen accept in Algonquin, IL?
Dr. Petersen in Algonquin, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Pharmacy Network Services
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Petersen's office located?
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 1912991290.
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. Brent Petersen's specialty?
Dr. Petersen is a Family Medicine Specialist near Algonquin, 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. Brent Petersen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Petersen is affiliated with Advocate Good Shepherd 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Brent Petersen accepting new patients in Algonquin, IL?
Yes, Dr. Brent Petersen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brent Petersen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Petersen's office at (847) 658-9555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brent Petersen?
Please contact Dr. Petersen's office at (847) 658-9555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brent Petersen have?
Dr. Brent Petersen is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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