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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Peter, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Urbana, IL?
Dr. Suma Peter, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Urbana, IL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Peter completed her residency at Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Edward Hines Jr Va Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Peter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Peter’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Peter’s office at (217) 255-9646.
Where did Dr. Peter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Edward Hines Jr Va Hosp, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Peter board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Suma Peter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Peter speak?
Dr. Peter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Peter typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Peter 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. Peter. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Muscle Wasting in Multiple Areas
- Muscle Disorder
- Generalized Muscle Atrophy
- Widespread Muscle Loss
- Muscle Shrinkage in Multiple Sites
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6259: Muscle wasting and atrophy, not elsewhere classified, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Other Health Condition
- Unspecified Health Issue
- General Health Concern
- Other Medical Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z789: Other specified health status
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Peter typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Peter performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Peter. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Does Dr. Peter accept my insurance?
Dr. Peter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 255-9646 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Peter accept in Urbana, IL?
Dr. Peter in Urbana, IL 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 Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Alliance (HAMP)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Illinois
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Peter's office located?
What is Dr. Peter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Peter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730199944.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Peter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Peter
What is Dr. Suma Peter's specialty?
Dr. Peter is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Urbana, IL.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Suma Peter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Peter is affiliated with Carle Foundation Hospital 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
When to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Suma Peter accepting new patients in Urbana, IL?
Yes, Dr. Suma Peter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Suma Peter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Peter's office at (217) 255-9646 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Suma Peter?
Please contact Dr. Peter's office at (217) 255-9646 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Suma Peter have?
Dr. Suma Peter is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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