Laura D. Peterson, M.D.
Laura D. Peterson is a Surgery specialist based in Honolulu, HI with over 28 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Laura D. Peterson, M.D. has been part of the Honolulu medical community since 2006 in group practice. A University of California, San Diego School of Medicine graduate since 1998, she brings 28+ years of experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, cancer, and hypertension (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 85.78/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 28% of MIPS-scored doctors in Hawaii
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
1907 S Beretania St Suite 501, Honolulu, HI 96826-1301
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202385.78/100
Hawaii avg: 83.7 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2.2 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better82.28%
Hawaii avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+77.2 pts)
82.28% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
106
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
64
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
79
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $405
Percentile rankings compared against 262 reporting peers in Hawaii.
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, Cancer, and Hypertension.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+54%) — 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 (-4%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-21%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — 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 · 1998
University of California, San Diego School of Medicine
28 years in practice
Experienced
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Taxonomy: 208600000X
Education & Training
University of California, San Diego School of Medicine (Class of 1998)
Virtual Surgery Care With Laura D. Peterson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Laura D. Peterson for cholesterol management, follow-up consultations, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Honolulu 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 Laura D. Peterson
NPI records show Dr. Peterson as active with telehealth listed in Honolulu, HI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (808) 949-3444.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Laura D. Peterson
Practice Location
1907 S Beretania St Suite 501, Honolulu, HI 96826-1301
Mailing Address
1907 S Beretania St Suite 501, Honolulu, HI 96826-1301
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