Summary

Surgical oncology is the focus of Dr. Bert Petersen's practice, with 39 years of experience treating dense breasts, breast cancer, and metastatic or recurrent breast cancer. He performs breast cancer screening, scintimammography, and breast cancer surgery. Dr. Petersen is affiliated with Saint Barnabas Hospital in the Bronx, New York, where he earned his medical degree from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Petersen 4.21 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 4.2
  • 39 years of experience
  • 28 insurance plans accepted
  • Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine
  • 2 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

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Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine Med School: Zhejiang Medical University Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Bert Melville Petersen

  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • CenterLight Healthcare
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Elderplan
  • Elderplan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • EmblemHealth
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Health First Health Plans
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Integra
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Bert Melville Petersen has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Bert Melville Petersen has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • General Surgery
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology
  • Surgical Oncology

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

Dr. Bert Melville Petersen holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine in 1987.

NPI Number

Dr. Petersen's NPI number is 1750323267.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Bert Petersen's office located?
Dr. Bert Petersen's office is located at 4422 3rd Ave, Bronx, NY, 10457.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bert Petersen affiliated with?
Dr. Bert Petersen is affiliated with Saint Barnabas Hospital.
Does Dr. Bert Petersen accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Bert Petersen accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Bert Petersen accepting new patients?
Dr. Bert Petersen has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Bert Petersen accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Bert Petersen has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

Data Sources

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  • NPPES NPI Registry
  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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