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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wu, Anesthesiologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Welby Wu, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Wu completed his residency at Univ Of Nc Hosps, Anesthesiology; Univ Of Nc Hosps, Internal Medicine. Dr. Wu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wu’s office at (281) 737-1005.
Where did Dr. Wu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Nc Hosps, Anesthesiology; Univ Of Nc Hosps, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi
Is Dr. Wu board certified in Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Welby Wu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Wu speak?
Dr. Wu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Wu treat?
As a Anesthesiologist, 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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Single Live Birth
- Childbirth
- One baby born alive
- Vaginal birth of one baby
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z370: Single live birth
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Which procedures does Dr. Wu perform as a Anesthesiologist?
As a Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Welby Wu may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Wu's office.
Does Dr. Wu accept my insurance?
Dr. Wu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 737-1005 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wu accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Wu in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
US Health Group
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Where is Dr. Wu's office located?
Dr. Welby Wu's Primary Practice
18220 State Highway 249 Ste 1360
Houston, TX 77070
(281) 737-1005
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 1518915438.
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. Welby Wu's specialty?
Dr. Wu is a Anesthesiologist near Houston, TX. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Wu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Welby Wu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wu is affiliated with Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?
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Is Welby Wu accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Welby Wu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Welby Wu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (281) 737-1005 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Welby Wu?
Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (281) 737-1005 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Welby Wu have?
Dr. Welby Wu is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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