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48 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schlies, Addiction Medicine Specialist in Pleasanton, CA?
Dr. Edward Schlies, MD is an Addiction Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pleasanton, CA. He has been practicing for over 48 years and is board certified. Dr. Schlies graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine and completed his residency at Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Psychiatry; Santa Clara Valley Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Schlies is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schlies’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schlies’s office at (925) 462-6441.
Where did Dr. Schlies go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Psychiatry; Santa Clara Valley Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Loyola University Affil Hosps | Loyola University Medical Center Program
Medical School: Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Med, Maywood Il | Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
Is Dr. Schlies board certified as an Addiction Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Edward Schlies, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Schlies speak?
Dr. Schlies and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does an Addiction Medicine Specialist like Dr. Schlies typically treat?
As an Addiction Medicine Specialist, Dr. Schlies 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. Schlies. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder with Moderate Depressive Episode
- Bipolar Disorder
- Moderate bipolar depression
- Moderate depressive phase of bipolar
- Significant low mood in bipolar
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3132: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, moderate
Also known as:
- Alcohol Use Disorder
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol use disorder
- Alcohol dependence
- Alcoholism
- Problem drinking
- AUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1020: Alcohol dependence, uncomplicated
What procedures does an Addiction Medicine Specialist like Dr. Schlies typically perform?
As an Addiction Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Edward Schlies may include:
Please contact Dr. Schlies' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Schlies accept my insurance?
Dr. Schlies accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 462-6441 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schlies accept in Pleasanton, CA?
Dr. Schlies in Pleasanton, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Schlies' office located?
Dr. Edward Schlies' Primary Practice
2324 Santa Rita Rd Ste 10
Pleasanton, CA 94566
(925) 462-6441
What is Dr. Schlies's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schlies's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891814539.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schlies?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schlies
What is Dr. Edward Schlies's specialty?
Dr. Schlies is a Addiction Medicine Specialist near Pleasanton, CA.
What does an Addiction Medicine Specialist do?
An addiction medicine specialist is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of individuals with substance use disorders (SUDs) and other addictive behaviors. They are trained to address the physical, psychological, and social aspects of addiction to provide comprehensive care to patients struggling with various types of addictions.
Is this Dr. Edward Schlies affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schlies is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Valleycare which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
When to see an Addiction Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Edward Schlies accepting new patients in Pleasanton, CA?
Yes, Dr. Edward Schlies is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edward Schlies offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schlies's office at (925) 462-6441 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edward Schlies?
Please contact Dr. Schlies's office at (925) 462-6441 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Edward Schlies have?
Dr. Edward Schlies is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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