24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wise, Family Medicine Specialist in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Alphaeus Wise, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Wise completed his residency at University of Missouri. He is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and California Academy of Family Physicians. Dr. Wise is fluent in English and French, 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 (925) 935-3113.
Where did Dr. Wise go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Missouri
Medical School: Brigham Young University | Tulane Univ School of Medicine
Is Dr. Wise board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Alphaeus Wise, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Wise speak?
Dr. Wise and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Wise treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Other High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Other hyperlipidemia
- Other high lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
- E7849: Other hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- High Fasting Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- Impaired Fasting Glucose
- Prediabetes (Fasting)
- Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7301: Impaired fasting glucose
Also known as:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
Also known as:
- Abnormal Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- High blood glucose
- Low blood glucose
- Glucose intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7309: Other abnormal glucose
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Insomnia
- Sleep Disorder
- Sleeplessness
- Trouble Sleeping
- Primary Insomnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- F5101: Primary insomnia
Also known as:
- Subacute Cough
- Cough
- Lingering cough
- Persistent cough (medium term)
- Prolonged cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R052: Subacute cough
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Which procedures does Dr. Wise perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alphaeus Wise may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
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 (925) 935-3113 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wise accept in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Wise in Walnut Creek, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Directors Guild of America Employees
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wise's office located?
Dr. Alphaeus Wise's Primary Practice
1181 Boulevard Way Ste B
Walnut Creek, CA 94595
(925) 935-3113
Dr. Alphaeus Wise's Practice 2
1150 Civic Dr Ste 100
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
(925) 935-3113
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Family Physicians
Professional Member
California Academy of Family Physicians
Professional Member
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 1265475628.
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. Alphaeus Wise's specialty?
Dr. Wise is a Family Medicine Specialist near Walnut Creek, CA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Wise to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alphaeus Wise affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wise is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek 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 Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Alphaeus Wise accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alphaeus Wise is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alphaeus Wise offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wise's office at (925) 935-3113 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alphaeus Wise?
Please contact Dr. Wise's office at (925) 935-3113 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alphaeus Wise have?
Dr. Alphaeus Wise is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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