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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Peters, Internist in Littleton, CO?
Dr. Melissa Peters, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Littleton, CO with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Peters completed her residency at Exempla St Joseph Hosp, Internal Medicine; Healthone Presby-St Luke'S M C, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Peters is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Peters’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Peters’s office at (303) 338-4545.
Where did Dr. Peters go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Exempla St Joseph Hosp, Internal Medicine; Healthone Presby-St Luke'S M C, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Is Dr. Peters board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Peters, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Peters speak?
Dr. Peters and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Peters typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Peters 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. Peters. 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:
- 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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Abnormal Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- High blood glucose
- Low blood glucose
- Glucose intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7309: Other abnormal glucose
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Peters typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Peters may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Peters' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Peters accept my insurance?
Dr. Peters accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 338-4545 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Peters accept in Littleton, CO?
Dr. Peters in Littleton, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Peters' office located?
Dr. Melissa Peters' Primary Practice
7780 S Broadway Ste 100
Littleton, CO 80122
(303) 338-4545
What is Dr. Peters's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Peters's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609839786.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Peters?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Peters
What is Dr. Melissa Peters's specialty?
Dr. Peters is a Internist near Littleton, CO.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Melissa Peters affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Peters is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Adventhealth Littleton. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Melissa Peters accepting new patients in Littleton, CO?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Peters is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Peters offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Peters's office at (303) 338-4545 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Peters?
Please contact Dr. Peters's office at (303) 338-4545 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melissa Peters have?
Dr. Melissa Peters is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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