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Dr. John Petrus, MD

Dr. John Petrus, MD

Hematology / Oncology Specialist

Parkersburg, WV

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Petrus, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Parkersburg, WV?

    Dr. John Petrus, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Parkersburg, WV with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Petrus graduated from Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Medical Oncology; Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Akron Gen Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Akron Gen Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Petrus is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Petrus’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Petrus’s office at (330) 344-6505.

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

    • Residency: Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Medical Oncology; Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Akron Gen Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Akron Gen Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Akron Genl Med Ctr

    • Medical School: Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Petrus board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?

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

    What languages does Dr. Petrus speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Petrus typically treat?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Petrus 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. Petrus. 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:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Cancer Immunotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy
    • Oncology immunotherapy
    • Immune therapy for cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
    • Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain from injury
    • Pain
    • Traumatic pain
    • Injury pain
    • Sudden pain from trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8911: Acute pain due to trauma

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Weakness
    • Frailty in old age
    • Physical decline with age
    • Weakness due to aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R54: Age-related physical debility

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Petrus typically perform?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. John Petrus may include:

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

    Does Dr. Petrus accept my insurance?

    Dr. Petrus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (330) 344-6505 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Petrus accept in Parkersburg, WV?

    Dr. Petrus in Parkersburg, WV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • Medicare

    • State of Ohio

    • State of West Virginia

    • Summa Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Petrus' office located?

    Dr. John Petrus' Primary Practice

    800 Garfield Ave Rm G101

    Parkersburg, WV 26101

    (330) 344-6505

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    Dr. John Petrus' Practice 2

    170 Jackson Pike

    Gallipolis, OH 45631

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    What is Dr. Petrus's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Petrus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730151846.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Petrus?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Petrus

    What is Dr. John Petrus's specialty?

    Dr. Petrus is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Parkersburg, WV.

    What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?

    An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available.

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

    Yes, Dr. Petrus is affiliated with Wvu Medicine Camden Clark Medical Center, Ohiohealth Hardin Memorial Hospital, Marietta Memorial Hospital, Southwest General Health 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 Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hematology / Oncology 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. John Petrus accepting new patients in Parkersburg, WV?

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

    Does Dr. John Petrus offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Petrus' office at (330) 344-6505 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Petrus?

    Please contact Dr. Petrus' office at (330) 344-6505 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Petrus' office located?

    Dr. Petrus' offices are located in Parkersburg, WV and Gallipolis, OH.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Petrus have?

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