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Dr. Christoph Wichelhaus, MD

Orange, CA

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    Who is Dr. Wichelhaus, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Orange, CA?

    Dr. Christoph Wichelhaus, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Orange, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Wichelhaus is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wichelhaus’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wichelhaus’s office at (714) 456-5922.

    Is Dr. Wichelhaus board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Christoph Wichelhaus, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Wichelhaus speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Wichelhaus treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wichelhaus 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. Wichelhaus. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Injury
    • General injury
    • Injury, unknown type
    • Trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T1490XA: Injury, unspecified, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Back Pain
    • Backache
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Which procedures does Dr. Wichelhaus perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Christoph Wichelhaus may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Wichelhaus' office.

    Does Dr. Wichelhaus accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wichelhaus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 456-5922 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wichelhaus accept in Orange, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alameda Alliance

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Contra Costa

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Wichelhaus' office located?

    Dr. Christoph Wichelhaus' Primary Practice

    101 The City Dr S Bldg 200 Ste 710

    Orange, CA 92868

    (714) 456-5922

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    Dr. Christoph Wichelhaus' Practice 2

    901 Nevin Ave

    Richmond, CA 94801

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    Dr. Christoph Wichelhaus' Practice 3

    2238 Geary Blvd

    San Francisco, CA 94115

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

    Dr. Wichelhaus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043496276.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wichelhaus?

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

    What is Dr. Christoph Wichelhaus's specialty?

    Dr. Wichelhaus is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Orange, CA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Wichelhaus to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Christoph Wichelhaus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Wichelhaus is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Antioch Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Christoph Wichelhaus accepting new patients in Orange, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Christoph Wichelhaus is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christoph Wichelhaus offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wichelhaus's office at (714) 456-5922 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christoph Wichelhaus?

    Please contact Dr. Wichelhaus's office at (714) 456-5922 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christoph Wichelhaus have?

    Dr. Christoph Wichelhaus is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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