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Dr. Charles Peterson, MD

Rensselaer, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Peterson, Cardiologist in Rensselaer, NY?

    Dr. Charles Peterson, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Rensselaer, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Peterson graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Internal Medicine; Ellis Hosp, Internal Medicine; Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Peterson is fluent in English, Hebrew, and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Peterson’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Peterson’s office at (518) 377-8198.

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

    • Residency: Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Internal Medicine; Ellis Hosp, Internal Medicine; Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Albany Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Tufts University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Peterson speak?

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

    • English

    • Hebrew

    • Italian

    What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Peterson typically treat?

    As a Cardiologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Peterson typically perform?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Charles Peterson may include:

    Please contact Dr. Peterson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Peterson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Peterson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 377-8198 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Peterson accept in Rensselaer, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • MVP Health Care

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Peterson's office located?

    Dr. Charles Peterson's Primary Practice

    2 Empire Dr

    Rensselaer, NY 12144

    (518) 377-8198

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    Dr. Charles Peterson's Practice 2

    2546 Balltown Rd Ste 203

    Schenectady, NY 12309

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    Dr. Charles Peterson's Practice 3

    103 Sitterly Rd Ste 2100

    Halfmoon, NY 12065

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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 1639187826.

    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. Charles Peterson's specialty?

    Dr. Peterson is a Cardiologist near Rensselaer, NY.

    What does a Cardiologist do?

    An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.

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

    Yes, Dr. Peterson is affiliated with St. Mary's Hospital Amsterdam, Albany Medical Center 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 Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Cardiologist. Explore 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 Charles Peterson accepting new patients in Rensselaer, NY?

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

    Does Dr. Charles Peterson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Peterson's office at (518) 377-8198 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Charles Peterson?

    Please contact Dr. Peterson's office at (518) 377-8198 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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