Kirk Kevin Peterson, MD
Kirk Kevin Peterson is a Family Medicine specialist based in Huxley, IA with over 36 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Kirk Kevin Peterson, MD has practiced family medicine for 36+ years, working in group practice. A University of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College of Medicine graduate since 1990, he brings 36+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have high cholesterol and hypertension.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 32% of reporting doctors in Iowa
- Uses generic medications more than 43% of reporting doctors in Iowa
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5035dNPPES updated 2012-08-09 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Iowa Board of Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
305 S Hwy 69, Huxley, IA 50124-8095
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 = better0.88%
Iowa avg: 2.9 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.2 pts)
0.88% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better87.8%
Iowa avg: 84.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in IowaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
374
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
514
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
7,727
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $568k
Percentile rankings compared against 75 reporting peers in Iowa.
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Ischemic Heart Disease.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-23%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$106.5k received from industry
36 transactions reported in 2024 ·Very High tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Kirk Kevin Peterson's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1990
University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille a. Carver College of Medicine
36 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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 Iowa, Rj & L Carver College of Medicine (Class of 1990)
Mailing address
305 S Us Highway 69, Huxley, IA 50124-8095
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Kirk Kevin Peterson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kirk Kevin Peterson for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, follow-up consultations — no travel to Huxley 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 Kirk Kevin Peterson
Dr. Peterson is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Huxley, IA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (515) 597-2600.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Kirk Kevin Peterson
Practice Location
305 S Hwy 69, Huxley, IA 50124-8095
Mailing Address
305 S Us Highway 69, Huxley, IA 50124-8095
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