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Dr. Ronald Peterson, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Bakersfield, CA

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Peterson, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Bakersfield, CA?

    Dr. Ronald Peterson, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Peterson completed his residency at Univ Ok Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Peterson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Peterson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Peterson’s office at (661) 395-3000.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ok Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Ok Coll of Med, Oklahoma City Ok

    Is Dr. Peterson board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Ronald Peterson, DO is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Peterson speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Peterson typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Precordial pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R072: Precordial pain

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Peterson typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ronald 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 (661) 395-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Peterson accept in Bakersfield, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Kern Health Systems

    • Managed Care of America

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Peterson's office located?

    Dr. Ronald Peterson's Primary Practice

    3001 Sillect Ave

    Bakersfield, CA 93308

    (661) 395-3000

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    Dr. Ronald Peterson's Practice 2

    2615 Eye St

    Bakersfield, CA 93301

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    Dr. Ronald Peterson's Practice 3

    465 W Putnam Ave

    Porterville, CA 93257

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    What is Dr. Peterson's NPI number?A 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 1477533586.

    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. Ronald Peterson's specialty?

    Dr. Peterson is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Bakersfield, CA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

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

    Yes, Dr. Peterson is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Downtown, Kaweah Health Medical Center, Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, Community Regional Medical Center - Fresno 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. Ronald Peterson accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Ronald Peterson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Peterson's office at (661) 395-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ronald Peterson?

    Please contact Dr. Peterson's office at (661) 395-3000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Peterson's office located?

    Dr. Peterson's offices are located in Bakersfield, CA and Porterville, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ronald Peterson have?

    Dr. Ronald Peterson is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.