Ian Wheat, MD
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Ian Wheat is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Wheat Ridge, CO with over 12 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: NEUROLOGY
Ian Wheat, MD specializes in psychiatry & neurology, serving patients in Wheat Ridge, CO in independent practice. He has been in practice for 12+ years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with mood disorders, high cholesterol, and schizophrenia (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 85% of reporting doctors in Colorado
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
4851 Independence St Ste 200, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better93%
Colorado avg: 81.7 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.2 pts)
Better than 85% of reporting doctors in ColoradoHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
36
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
86
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,260
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $478k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,617 reporting peers in Colorado.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Mood Disorders, High Cholesterol, and Schizophrenia.
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+18%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-23%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-16%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
12 years in practice
Established
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Mailing address
4851 Independence St Ste 200, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033-6712
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Ian Wheat
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Ian Wheat for mood disorder follow-ups, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Wheat Ridge required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ian Wheat
NPI records show Dr. Wheat as active with telehealth listed in Wheat Ridge, CO. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (303) 425-0300.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Ian Wheat
Practice Location
4851 Independence St Ste 200, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Mailing Address
4851 Independence St Ste 200, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033-6712
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