Emily Nel Peterson, MD
Emily Nel Peterson is a Family Medicine specialist based in Edmonds, WA with over 14 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Emily Nel Peterson, MD has been part of the Edmonds medical community since 2012 in group practice. A University of California, Irvine, California College of Medicine graduate since 2012, she brings 14+ years of experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 42% of reporting doctors in Washington
- Uses generic medications more than 47% of reporting doctors in Washington
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3420dNPPES updated 2017-01-11 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Washington Medical Commission
Contact & Location
Practice Location
21911 76th Ave W Suite 110, Edmonds, WA 98026-7918
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better2.77%
Washington avg: 5.7 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-2.3 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Washington2.77% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better88.7%
Washington avg: 85.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.9 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in WashingtonHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
79
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
188
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,637
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $279k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,521 reporting peers in Washington.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
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 Diabetes.
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
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-19%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
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.
Graduated medical school · 2012
University of California, Irvine, California College of Medicine
14 years in practice
Established
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
University of California, Irvine, California College of Medicine (Class of 2012)
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Emily Nel Peterson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Emily Nel Peterson for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Edmonds required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Emily Nel Peterson
NPI records show Dr. Peterson as active with telehealth listed in Edmonds, WA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (425) 640-4950.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Emily Nel Peterson
Practice Location
21911 76th Ave W Suite 110, Edmonds, WA 98026-7918
Mailing Address
21911 76th Ave W Suite 110, Edmonds, WA 98026-7918
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