Dr. Helen Wu, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Wellesley, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Wu completed her residency at Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Ophthalmology; Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Internal Medicine.
Dr. Wu is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wu’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Wu?
Dr. Helen Wu, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Specialist 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. Wu empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cornea & External Eye Disease, Cornea Transplant, Uveitis, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Wellesley/MA community, Dr. Wu is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Wu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Ophthalmology; Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Internal Medicine | Kellogg Eye Center University Michigan
Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh | Ohio State University College of Medicine And Public Health,Columbus, Ohio, United States
Is Dr. Wu board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Helen Wu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Wu speak?
Dr. Wu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Wu 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.
Also known as:
Dry Eyes
Tears
Dry eye syndrome
Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
Also known as:
Irregular Astigmatism
Refractive Errors
Blurred Vision
Distorted Vision
Eye Curvature Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
H52213: Irregular astigmatism, bilateral
Also known as:
Cataract
Cloudy lens
Lens clouding
Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral
Also known as:
Preglaucoma
Glaucoma
Early Glaucoma
Borderline Glaucoma
Risk of Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
Intraocular Lens Implant
Cataract
Refractive Errors
IOL Implant
Artificial Eye Lens
Cataract Lens Implant
ICD-10 Codes:
Z961: Presence of intraocular lens
Also known as:
Corneal Transplant
Organ Transplantation
Eye Transplant
Cornea Graft
Keratoplasty
ICD-10 Codes:
Z947: Corneal transplant status
What procedures does Dr. Wu 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.
Also known as:
Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
Extracapsular cataract extraction
Phacoemulsification
IOL implantation
CPT Codes:
66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
YAG Laser Capsulotomy
Posterior Capsulotomy
Secondary Cataract Removal
Laser Eye Surgery
CPT Codes:
66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
Also known as:
Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
Advanced Cataract Surgery
Phacoemulsification with IOL
Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction
CPT Codes:
66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
Cornea Surface Cell Removal with Chelating Agent
Corneal debridement with EDTA
Removal of corneal surface cells
Eye surface treatment
CPT Codes:
65436: Removal of corneal epithelium; with application of chelating agent (eg, EDTA)
Also known as:
Eye Lesion Removal
Conjunctival Lesion Destruction
Eye Growth Removal
Conjunctiva Lesion Treatment
CPT Codes:
68135: Destruction of lesion, conjunctiva
Also known as:
Tear Duct Plug Insertion
Punctal Plug Insertion
Lacrimal Punctum Closure
Dry Eye Plugs
CPT Codes:
68761: Closure of the lacrimal punctum; by plug, each
Also known as:
Automated Eyelid Gland Clearing
Meibomian Gland Evacuation
Thermal Pulsation Treatment
Automated Meibomian Gland Expression
CPT Codes:
0207T: Evacuation of meibomian glands, automated, using heat and intermittent pressure, unilateral
Does Dr. Wu accept my insurance?
Dr. Wu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wu accept in Wellesley, MA?
Dr. Wu in Wellesley, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Wu's NPI number?An 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 1982669586.
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. Helen Wu's specialty?
Dr. Wu is a Specialist near Wellesley, MA.
Contact Dr. Wu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Helen Wu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wu is affiliated with Tufts 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
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Is Helen Wu accepting new patients in Wellesley, MA?
Yes, Dr. Helen Wu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Helen Wu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wu's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Helen Wu?
Please contact Dr. Wu's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Helen Wu have?
Dr. Helen Wu is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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