Peter Tod Magnusson, M.D.

Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine

Internal Medicine

Peter Tod Magnusson is a Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Chico, CA with over 56 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Peter Tod Magnusson, M.D. has been part of the Chico medical community since 2006 in independent practice. Trained at University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) (class of 1970), he has been practicing for over 56 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and ischemic_heart (per CMS data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 47% of reporting doctors in California
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 849 Internal Medicine providers in CASee all Internal Medicine in Chico56+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 5333dNPPES updated 2011-10-17 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California

Contact & Location

Practice Location

185 E 7th Ave Ste C Suite C, Chico, CA 95926-3356

Fax: (530) 893-1543
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 Ischemic Heart Disease.

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

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+9%)41%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-11%)38%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here

Atrial Fibrillation
Higher than avg (+13%)35%

An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke

US avg: 22%

↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-8%)26%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here

Chronic Kidney Disease
Lower than avg (-7%)23%

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

US avg: 29.6%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

Heart Failure
Lower than avg (-2%)20%

The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs

US avg: 22.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here

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 · 1970

    University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb)

  2. 56 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineCardiovascular Disease in ChicoAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Cardiologists specialize in diagnosing and treating heart and blood vessel conditions including coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, valve disorders, and hypertension. They perform diagnostic procedures such as echocardiograms, stress tests, and cardiac catheterization.

Taxonomy: 207RC0000X

Education & Training

University of Illinois College of Med (Chi/Peor/Rock/Chm-Urb) (Class of 1970)

Virtual Cardiovascular Disease Care With Peter Tod Magnusson

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Peter Tod Magnusson for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Chico required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Peter Tod Magnusson

NPI records show Dr. Magnusson as active with telehealth listed in Chico, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (530) 893-4393.

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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