Overview
Scott Peterson is a General Surgeon in Waco, Texas. Dr. Peterson is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Subdural Hematoma, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, and Hernia Surgery.
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- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
100 Hillcrest Medical Blvd, Waco, TX 76712
500 W 4th St, Odessa, TX 79761
Baylor Scott & White Hillcrest Colorectal & General Surgery
Dr. Howton attended University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas, where he received his MD in 1990. He then went to Baylor University Medical Center Dallas, Texas, and completed his Internship in 1991 and Residency in 1995. Fellowship training was completed in 1996 at Baylor University Dallas, Texas. He is board-certified in general surgery and colon and rectal surgery. He has a special interest in colonoscopy for the prevention of colon cancer, laparoscopic colon surgery, colon and rectal cancer. He also has a special interest and training in the treatment for hemorrhoids, including methods of treatment completed in the medical office setting.Dr. Howton takes special interest in the treatment for fecal incontinence. Many patients with fecal incontinence are sometimes embarrassed by this problem and their quality of life is affected in a negative way. He has received certification and training in the Sacral Nervous System treatment used to control fecal incontinence. Patients who have had this procedure are very happy with change it has made in their lives. When not seeing patients, Dr. Howton enjoys spending time with his family, watching his sons play sports and following Baylor athletics. Dr. Howton is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Ureteroscopy, and Bladder Reconstruction.
Providence Health Alliance
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Scott Peterson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Scott Peterson?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Scott Peterson by calling their office at 254-202-7200. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Scott Peterson a top-rated expert for Chronic Subdural Hematoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Scott Peterson is classified as an Advanced expert for Chronic Subdural Hematoma, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Scott Peterson specialize in?
While Dr. Scott Peterson is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, and Subdural Hematoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Scott Peterson accept my insurance?
Dr. Scott Peterson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Cambia Health Solutions. We recommend calling the office directly at 254-202-7200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- Chronic Subdural HematomaDr. Peterson isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Subdural Hematoma.
- Experienced
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Peterson isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- DeliriumDr. Peterson isExperienced. Learn about Delirium.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Peterson isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Peterson isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Hernia SurgeryDr. Peterson isExperienced. Learn about Hernia Surgery.
- Retroperitoneal InflammationDr. Peterson isExperienced. Learn about Retroperitoneal Inflammation.
