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Dr. Veda Wu, MD

Dr. Veda Wu, MD

San Diego, CA

51 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Wu, Pediatrician in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Veda Wu, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 51 years and is board certified. Dr. Wu graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed her residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Wu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wu’s office at (858) 499-2600.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Wu?

    Dr. Veda Wu, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Wu empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Asthma, Parenting Issues, Preventive Medicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Diego, CA 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 Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Pediatrics | University of California, San Diego (UCSD) Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi | University of Michigan Medical School

    Is Dr. Wu board certified as a Pediatrician?

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

    What languages does Dr. Wu speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English

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

    As a Pediatrician, 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
    • Newborn Exam
    • Infant Checkup
    • Post-Birth Checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
    • Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Other Congenital Spinal Malformations
    • Birth Defects
    • Spinal birth defects
    • Congenital spine abnormalities
    • Vertebral malformations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q7649: Other congenital malformations of spine, not associated with scoliosis

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

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

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Veda Wu may include:

    Please contact Dr. Wu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Wu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 499-2600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wu accept in San Diego, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Community Health Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Sharp HealthCare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wu's office located?

    Dr. Veda Wu's Primary Practice

    2929 Health Center Dr

    San Diego, CA 92123

    (858) 499-2600

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    Dr. Veda Wu's Practice 2

    5525 Grossmont Center Dr

    La Mesa, CA 91942

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    What hospitals are Dr. Wu affiliated with?

    Dr. Wu has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Rady Children's Hospital - San Diego,San Diego, CA
    Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women & Newborns,San Diego, 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 1518078971.

    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. Veda Wu's specialty?

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

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

    No, Dr. Wu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Rady Children's Hospital - San Diego, Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women & Newborns. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Veda Wu accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Veda Wu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (858) 499-2600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (858) 499-2600 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wu's office located?

    Dr. Wu's offices are located in San Diego, CA and La Mesa, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Veda Wu have?

    Dr. Veda Wu is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.