Mitchell Jay Peterson, M.D.
Mitchell Jay Peterson is a Family Medicine specialist based in Seattle, WA with over 35 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 35 years in family medicine, Mitchell Jay Peterson, M.D. is a long-established family medicine physician in Seattle. He graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 1991 and has 35+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol and hypertension (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 54% of reporting doctors in Washington
- Uses generic medications more than 78% of reporting doctors in Washington
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 117dNPPES updated 2026-01-26 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Washington Medical Commission
Contact & Location
Practice Location
9709 3rd Ave Ne, Seattle, WA 98115-2062
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 = better1.32%
Washington avg: 5.7 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.8 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Washington1.32% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better92.5%
Washington avg: 85.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.7 pts)
Better than 78% of reporting doctors in WashingtonHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
327
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
498
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,020
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $233k
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-15%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-21%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-20%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — 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 · 1991
University of Washington School of Medicine
Board certified · Jan 25, 2026
Self-reported via NPPES
35 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 Washington School of Medicine (Class of 1991)
Mailing address
Po Box 5127, Everett, WA 98206-5127
Differs from practice location
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Mitchell Jay Peterson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Mitchell Jay Peterson for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Seattle 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 Mitchell Jay Peterson
NPI records show Dr. Peterson as active with telehealth listed in Seattle, WA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (206) 525-5777.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Mitchell Jay Peterson
Practice Location
9709 3rd Ave Ne, Seattle, WA 98115-2062
Mailing Address
Po Box 5127, Everett, WA 98206-5127
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