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Dr. David Petersen, MD

Las Vegas, NV

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Petersen, Pediatrician in Las Vegas, NV?

    Dr. David Petersen, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Las Vegas, NV with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Petersen completed his residency at So Il University School Of Med. Dr. Petersen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Petersen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Petersen’s office at (775) 470-8260.

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

    • Residency: So Il University School Of Med

    Is Dr. Petersen board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. David Petersen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Petersen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Petersen treat?

    As a Pediatrician, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • RSV Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation
    • RSV lung infection
    • Viral bronchiolitis
    • Acute bronchiolitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
    • J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Oxygen
    • Lung Disease
    • Hypoxemia
    • Reduced oxygen in blood
    • Oxygen deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0902: Hypoxemia

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
    • Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma

    Also known as:

    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Infection
    • Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Infection (Pyelonephritis)
    • Pyelonephritis
    • Acute Kidney Infection
    • Renal Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N10: Acute pyelonephritis

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
    • Acute respiratory failure
    • ARDS
    • Severe breathing distress

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0603: Acute respiratory distress

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Croup
    • Throat Disorder
    • Acute Laryngitis
    • Laryngotracheobronchitis
    • Barking Cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia from Other Specified Infection
    • Pneumonia
    • Infectious Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Atypical Pneumonia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J168: Pneumonia due to other specified infectious organisms

    Also known as:

    • Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Infectious Disease
    • Stomach flu
    • Infectious diarrhea
    • Bowel infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A09: Infectious gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Failure to Thrive in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Poor growth in children
    • Childhood growth problems
    • Infant growth failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6251: Failure to thrive (child)

    Also known as:

    • Apparent Life-Threatening Event in Infant
    • ALTE
    • Near-SIDS event
    • Brief resolved unexplained event (BRUE)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6813: Apparent life threatening event in infant (ALTE)

    Which procedures does Dr. Petersen perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. David Petersen may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Petersen's office.

    Does Dr. Petersen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Petersen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (775) 470-8260 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Petersen accept in Las Vegas, NV?

    Dr. Petersen in Las Vegas, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Molina

    • Renown Health / Hometown Health

    • State of California

    • State of Nevada

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Petersen's office located?

    Dr. David Petersen's Primary Practice

    3006 S Maryland Pkwy Ste 505

    Las Vegas, NV 89109

    (775) 470-8260

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    Dr. David Petersen's Practice 2

    1155 Mill St Bldg 55

    Reno, NV 89502

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    Dr. David Petersen's Practice 3

    3980 Lake Placid Dr

    Reno, NV 89511

    (775) 470-8260

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    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 1215900824.

    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. David Petersen's specialty?

    Dr. Petersen is a Pediatrician near Las Vegas, NV. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Petersen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. David Petersen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Petersen is affiliated with Renown Regional Medical Center 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 Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician 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 David Petersen accepting new patients in Las Vegas, NV?

    Yes, Dr. David Petersen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Petersen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Petersen's office at (775) 470-8260 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Petersen?

    Please contact Dr. Petersen's office at (775) 470-8260 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Petersen have?

    Dr. David Petersen is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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