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Dr. Kristin Wise, MD

Dr. Kristin Wise, MD

Charleston, SC

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wise, Hospitalist in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Kristin Wise, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC. She has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Wise is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wise’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wise’s office at (843) 792-1414.

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

      Is Dr. Wise board certified in Hospitalist?

      Yes, Dr. Kristin Wise, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

      What languages does Dr. Wise speak?

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

      • English

      What conditions does Dr. Wise treat?

      As a Hospitalist, Dr. Wise 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. Wise. 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:

      • Acute Kidney Failure
      • Kidney Failure
      • Acute Renal Failure
      • Sudden Kidney Failure

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Low Potassium
      • Low Sodium Levels
      • High Potassium
      • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
      • Potassium
      • Sodium
      • Hypokalemia
      • Potassium Deficiency
      • Hyponatremia
      • Low Blood Sodium
      • Sodium Deficiency
      • Hyperkalemia
      • Excess Potassium

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • E876: Hypokalemia
      • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
      • E875: Hyperkalemia

      Also known as:

      • High Blood Pressure
      • Hypertension
      • Primary Hypertension
      • Essential Hypertension

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

      Also known as:

      • Anemia
      • Iron Deficiency Anemia
      • Iron
      • Low Red Blood Cell Count
      • Low Hemoglobin
      • Iron deficiency
      • Anemia from Iron Lack
      • Low Iron Anemia
      • Sideropenic Anemia

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • D649: Anemia, unspecified
      • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Blood Infection
      • Sepsis
      • Bacteremia
      • Bacteria in blood
      • Bloodstream infection

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R7881: Bacteremia

      Also known as:

      • Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
      • Sickle Cell Disease
      • Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
      • Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
      • Vaso-Occlusive Crisis

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Pneumonia
      • Lung Infection
      • Chest Infection
      • Pneumonitis

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

      Also known as:

      • Urinary Tract Infection
      • UTI
      • Bladder infection
      • Kidney infection
      • Urine infection

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

      Also known as:

      • Low Blood Oxygen
      • Lung Disease
      • Hypoxemia
      • Reduced oxygen in blood
      • Oxygen deficiency

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R0902: Hypoxemia

      Also known as:

      • Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
      • Swallowing Disorder
      • Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
      • Trouble Starting to Swallow
      • Throat Swallowing Problems

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase

      Also known as:

      • Sepsis
      • Blood Poisoning
      • Septicemia
      • Systemic Bacterial Infection

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

      Also known as:

      • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
      • Brain Disease
      • Brain disorder
      • Brain dysfunction
      • Encephalopathy

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Fever
      • High temperature
      • Pyrexia
      • Elevated body temperature

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R509: Fever, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • End-Stage Kidney Disease
      • Kidney Failure
      • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
      • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
      • ESRD
      • End-Stage Renal Failure

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N186: End stage renal disease

      Also known as:

      • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
      • Respiratory Failure
      • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
      • Hypoxic respiratory failure
      • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

      Also known as:

      • Sudden Bladder Inflammation with Blood in Urine
      • Bladder Disease
      • Urine and Urination
      • Acute Bladder Infection with Blood
      • Cystitis with Hematuria
      • Bloody Urine from Bladder Infection

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N3001: Acute cystitis with hematuria

      Also known as:

      • Disorientation
      • Delirium
      • Mental Disorder
      • Confusion
      • Mental Confusion
      • Loss of Bearings

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R410: Disorientation, unspecified

      Which procedures does Dr. Wise perform as a Hospitalist?

      As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kristin Wise may include:

      For detailed information, please contact Dr. Wise's office.

      Does Dr. Wise accept my insurance?

      Dr. Wise accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 792-1414 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Wise accept in Charleston, SC?

      Dr. Wise in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

      Top Insurances

      • BCBS Unspecified

      • BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

      • Centene

      • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

      • Department of Defense / Tricare

      • Humana

      • Independence Blue Cross

      • Medicare

      • State of South Carolina

      • UnitedHealthcare

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      Where is Dr. Wise's office located?

      Dr. Kristin Wise's Primary Practice

      171 Ashley Ave

      Charleston, SC 29425

      (843) 792-1414

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

      Dr. Wise's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083636229.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wise?

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

      What is Dr. Kristin Wise's specialty?

      Dr. Wise is a Hospitalist near Charleston, SC. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Wise to book an appointment today.

      Is this Dr. Kristin Wise affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      Yes, Dr. Wise is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center 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

      Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?

      Explore Hospitalist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

      Is Kristin Wise accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?

      Yes, Dr. Kristin Wise is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. Kristin Wise offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Wise's office at (843) 792-1414 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Kristin Wise?

      Please contact Dr. Wise's office at (843) 792-1414 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

      Which board certifications does Dr. Kristin Wise have?

      Dr. Kristin Wise is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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