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Dr. Katherine Wu, MD

Long Beach, CA

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wu, Specialist in Long Beach, CA?

    Dr. Katherine Wu, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Long Beach, CA. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Wu graduated from New York Medical College. Dr. Wu is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wu’s office at (562) 933-0400.

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

    • Medical School: New York Medical College

    Is Dr. Wu board certified as a Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Katherine Wu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Wu speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Wu typically treat?

    As a Specialist, Dr. Wu 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. Wu. 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.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Head Cold
    • Nasal Congestion
    • Upper Respiratory Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]

    Also known as:

    • General Health Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Routine Check-up
    • Preventive Health Exam
    • Wellness Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified

    What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Wu typically perform?

    As a Specialist, Dr. Wu 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. Wu. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Wu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 933-0400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wu accept in Long Beach, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • AllCare Health

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Care N' Care Insurance Company

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Seaside Health Plan

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Wu's office located?

    Dr. Katherine Wu's Primary Practice

    455 E Columbia St Ste 201

    Long Beach, CA 90806

    (562) 933-0400

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    What hospitals are Dr. Wu affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Wu has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Memorialcare Long Beach Medical Center,Long Beach, CA
    Mlk Community Hospital,Los Angeles, CA
    Coast Plaza Hospital,Norwalk, CA
    Orange Coast Medical Center,Fountain Valley, CA
    Pih Health Downey Hospital,Downey, CA

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

    Dr. Wu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255526729.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wu?

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

    What is Dr. Katherine Wu's specialty?

    Is Dr. Katherine Wu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wu is affiliated with Dignity Health - St. Mary 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

    When to see a Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Specialist. 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 Dr. Katherine Wu accepting new patients in Long Beach, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Katherine Wu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Katherine Wu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (562) 933-0400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Katherine Wu?

    Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (562) 933-0400 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wu's office located?

    Dr. Wu's office is located in Long Beach, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Katherine Wu have?

    Dr. Katherine Wu is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.