Celeste Knight Peterson, MD

Internal Medicine

Celeste Knight Peterson is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Salt Lake City, UT with over 33 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(801) 365-0909Salt Lake City, UT
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Celeste Knight Peterson, MD practices as part of a group internist practice in Salt Lake City, UT. A University of Utah School of Medicine graduate since 1993, she brings 33+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 40% of reporting doctors in Utah
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 116 Internal Medicine providers in UTSee all Internal Medicine in Salt Lake City33+ years experienceNPI since 2018

Older · 1618dNPPES updated 2021-12-17 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Utah Physicians Licensing Board (DOPL)

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1160 E 3900 S Ste 1200, Salt Lake City, UT 84124-1251

Fax: (801) 261-9656
Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+16%)65%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor

Depression
Higher than avg (+8%)40%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
40%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Osteoporosis
Higher than avg (+17%)35%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

US avg: 18.1%

↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
34%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%
Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+3%)33%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1993

    University of Utah School of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Dec 16, 2021

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 33 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

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.

Taxonomy: 207R00000X

Education & Training

University of Utah School of Medicine (Class of 1993)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

5630 S Waterbury Way Ste B102, Salt Lake City, UT 84121-6209

Differs from practice location

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Celeste Knight Peterson

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Celeste Knight Peterson for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Salt Lake City required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Celeste Knight Peterson

Dr. Peterson is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Salt Lake City, UT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (801) 365-0909.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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