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Dr. Richard Wolfson, MD

Phoenix, AZ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wolfson, Internist in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. Richard Wolfson, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Wolfson graduated from University of Arizona, College of Medicine and completed his residency at Good Samaritan Reg Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Wolfson is fluent in English, Chinese, Gujarati, Italian, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wolfson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wolfson’s office at (602) 243-7277.

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

    • Residency: Good Samaritan Reg Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Az Collage of Medicine | University of Arizona, College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Wolfson board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Wolfson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Wolfson speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    • Gujarati

    • Italian

    • Spanish

    • Tagalog

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Wolfson typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Wolfson 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. Wolfson. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Other Mental Health Screening
    • Depression Screening
    • Mental Health Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Behavioral Disorder Screening
    • Psychological Evaluation
    • Mental Wellness Check
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening
    • Heart Disease Screening
    • Vascular Disease Check
    • Cardiac Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
    • Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Wolfson typically perform?

    As an Internist, Dr. Wolfson performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Wolfson. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
    • Impacted earwax removal
    • Ear lavage
    • Ear syringing

    CPT Codes:

    • 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral

    Does Dr. Wolfson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wolfson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 243-7277 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wolfson accept in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. Wolfson in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Banner Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthRight Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Wolfson's office located?

    Dr. Richard Wolfson's Primary Practice

    635 E Baseline Rd

    Phoenix, AZ 85042

    (602) 243-7277

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    Dr. Richard Wolfson's Practice 2

    9401 W Thunderbird Rd Ste 190

    Peoria, AZ 85381

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    Dr. Richard Wolfson's Practice 3

    14813 N Del Webb Blvd

    Sun City, AZ 85351

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

    Dr. Wolfson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497712475.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wolfson?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Wolfson's specialty?

    Dr. Wolfson is a Internist near Phoenix, AZ.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is this Dr. Richard Wolfson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wolfson is affiliated with Honorhealth Deer Valley Medical Center, Honorhealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center, Banner Thunderbird Medical Center, Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center, Banner Boswell Medical Center, Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore 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 Richard Wolfson accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Wolfson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Wolfson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wolfson's office at (602) 243-7277 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Wolfson?

    Please contact Dr. Wolfson's office at (602) 243-7277 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Wolfson have?

    Dr. Richard Wolfson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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