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Dr. Christopher Wulff, MD

Dr. Christopher Wulff, MD

Walnut Creek, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wulff, Cardiologist in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Christopher Wulff, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Wulff graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. Dr. Wulff is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wulff’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wulff’s office at (925) 274-2860.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Wulff?

    Dr. Christopher Wulff, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Cardiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Wulff empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cardiac Catheterization, Coronary Artery Disease, Heart Failure, Peripheral Vascular Disease, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Walnut Creek/CA community, Dr. Wulff is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

    • Medical School: Tulane Univ School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Wulff speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Wulff treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Wulff 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. Wulff. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • Irregular heartbeat
    • Heart rhythm disorder
    • Cardiac dysrhythmia
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • R002: Palpitations
    • I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Having a Pacemaker
    • Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Heart pacemaker
    • Artificial pacemaker
    • Implanted heart device
    • ICD implant
    • Automatic defibrillator
    • Implanted heart shock device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
    • Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A4189: Other specified sepsis

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Wulff perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Wulff may include:

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

    Does Dr. Wulff accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wulff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 274-2860 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wulff accept in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Wulff in Walnut Creek, 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

    • Centene

    • Contra Costa

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Wulff's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Wulff's Primary Practice

    106 La Casa Via Ste 140

    Walnut Creek, CA 94598

    (925) 274-2860

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    Dr. Christopher Wulff's Practice 2

    2222 East St Ste 260

    Concord, CA 94520

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    Dr. Christopher Wulff's Practice 3

    5565 W Las Positas Blvd Ste 300

    Pleasanton, CA 94588

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

    Dr. Wulff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760418172.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wulff?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Wulff's specialty?

    Dr. Wulff is a Cardiologist near Walnut Creek, CA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Wulff to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Christopher Wulff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wulff 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 Cardiologist?

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    Is Christopher Wulff accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Wulff is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Wulff offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wulff's office at (925) 274-2860 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Wulff?

    Please contact Dr. Wulff's office at (925) 274-2860 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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