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Dr. Phillip Wolfe, MD

Pleasanton, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wolfe, Gastroenterologist in Pleasanton, CA?

    Dr. Phillip Wolfe, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Pleasanton, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Wolfe completed his residency at Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, Gastroenterology; Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, Internal Medicine. Dr. Wolfe is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wolfe’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wolfe’s office at (925) 460-8167.

    Where did Dr. Wolfe go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, Gastroenterology; Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda

    Is Dr. Wolfe board certified in Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Phillip Wolfe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Wolfe speak?

    Dr. Wolfe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Wolfe treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Wolfe diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Wolfe. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening
    • PSA Test
    • Prostate Exam
    • Prostate Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
    • Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD with Esophagitis
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion
    • Reflux Esophagitis
    • Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
    • Heartburn with Esophagus Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
    • K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Barrett's Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Barrett’s Esophagus
    • Barrett's condition
    • Esophageal metaplasia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2270: Barrett's esophagus without dysplasia

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding

    What procedures does Dr. Wolfe perform?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Wolfe performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Wolfe. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Bleeding Control
    • Colonoscopy with Tissue Removal
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colorectal Polyp Removal
    • Hot Biopsy Colonoscopy
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Endoscopic Hemostasis
    • Colonoscopy for Bleeding
    • Flexible colonoscopy with EMR
    • Endoscopic mucosal resection (colon)
    • Colon polyp removal during colonoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
    • 45384: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by hot biopsy forceps
    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 45382: Colonoscopy, flexible; with control of bleeding, any method
    • 45390: Colonoscopy, flexible; with endoscopic mucosal resection

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Esophagus Widening Procedure (Endoscopic)
    • Colonoscopy with Injections
    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
    • EGD with Esophageal Balloon Dilation
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Esophageal Dilation
    • EGD with Dilation
    • Upper Endoscopy with Widening
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
    • Colon Scope with Medication
    • Therapeutic Colonoscopy
    • Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
    • Rectum and Lower Colon Exam
    • Upper Endoscopy with Esophageal Dilation
    • Flexible Esophagoscopy with Balloon
    • EGD with Balloon Widening

    CPT Codes:

    • 43248: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with insertion of guide wire followed by passage of dilator(s) through esophagus over guide wire
    • 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
    • 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 43249: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic balloon dilation of esophagus (less than 30 mm diameter)

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • EGD with Polypectomy
    • Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Scope with Removal
    • Flexible Endoscopy Tumor Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 43251: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique

    Also known as:

    • Esophageal Dilation (Bougie)
    • Esophageal Widening
    • Bougie Dilation of Esophagus
    • Swallowing Tube Dilation

    CPT Codes:

    • 43450: Dilation of esophagus, by unguided sound or bougie, single or multiple passes

    Also known as:

    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Sigmoidoscopy
    • Lower colon exam
    • Flexible colon scope
    • Rectum and lower colon check

    CPT Codes:

    • 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Esophagus Widening Procedure
    • Esophageal Dilation
    • Food Pipe Stretching
    • Esophagus Stricture Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 43453: Dilation of esophagus, over guide wire

    Also known as:

    • Capsule Endoscopy
    • Pill Camera
    • Wireless Capsule Endoscopy
    • Small Bowel Capsule Endoscopy
    • Intestinal Imaging Pill

    CPT Codes:

    • 91110: Gastrointestinal tract imaging, intraluminal (eg, capsule endoscopy), esophagus through ileum, with interpretation and report

    Does Dr. Wolfe accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wolfe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 460-8167 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wolfe accept in Pleasanton, CA?

    Dr. Wolfe in Pleasanton, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Gordon Food Service

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Wolfe's office located?

    Dr. Phillip Wolfe's Primary Practice

    5575 W Las Positas Blvd Ste 320

    Pleasanton, CA 94588

    (925) 460-8167

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    What is Dr. Wolfe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Wolfe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710075411.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wolfe?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wolfe

    What is Dr. Phillip Wolfe's specialty?

    Dr. Wolfe is a Gastroenterologist near Pleasanton, CA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Wolfe to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Phillip Wolfe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wolfe is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - ValleyCare, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?

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    Is Phillip Wolfe accepting new patients in Pleasanton, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Phillip Wolfe is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Phillip Wolfe offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wolfe's office at (925) 460-8167 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Phillip Wolfe?

    Please contact Dr. Wolfe's office at (925) 460-8167 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Phillip Wolfe have?

    Dr. Phillip Wolfe is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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