Summary

Stephen W. Peterson, MD, is a psychiatrist at MedStar Washington Hospital Center in Washington, DC. With a specialization in Psychiatry, Dr. Peterson provides mental health care to patients in the nation's capital. His practice is part of the broader MedStar Health system, offering comprehensive behavioral health services to the community.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 52 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • St Elizabeth'S Hosp, Psychiatry
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

MedStar Health: Outpatient Behavioral Health at MedStar Washington Hospital Center

Trinity Square 216 Michigan Ave., NE Second Fl.Washington, DC 20017

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Stephen W. Peterson

  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Cigna
  • EHP Significa
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Magellan Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Prestige Health Choice
  • Priority Partners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Riverside Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Stephen W. Peterson has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Stephen W. Peterson has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) / Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Bipolar Disorder / Manic Depressive Disorder
  • Depression
  • Depressive Disorder
  • Insomnia
  • Schizophrenia
  • Sleep Disorders

Certifications, License, & Education

52 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

Neurology

American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

Psychiatry

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, District Of Columbia, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

St Elizabeth'S Hosp, Psychiatry
St Elizabeth'S Hosp, Psychiatry
Saint Elizabeths Hospital1978
Saint Elizabeths Hospital1974

Medical School

Georgetown University, Washington, DCGraduated in 1974
University of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis TnGraduated in 1974

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Stephen Peterson accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Stephen Peterson has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Stephen Peterson speak?
Dr. Stephen Peterson speaks English.
Where is Dr. Stephen Peterson's office located?
Dr. Stephen Peterson's office is located at Trinity Square 216 Michigan Ave., NE Second Fl., Washington, DC, 20017.
Which hospitals is Dr. Stephen Peterson affiliated with?
Dr. Stephen Peterson is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center.
Does Dr. Stephen Peterson accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Stephen Peterson accepts on their Vitals profile.

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