19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wu, Pediatrician in Orinda, CA?
Dr. Pelen Wu, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Orinda, CA. She has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Wu graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine and completed her residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Wu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wu’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wu’s office at (925) 254-9500.
Where did Dr. Wu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, Pediatrics | Lucile Packard Children's Hospital | Stanford University Program
Medical School: Northwestern Uniiversity | Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine
Is Dr. Wu board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Pelen 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 here.
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
- Eye Disease
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Annual eye checkup
- Vision screening, no issues
- Eye health exam, all clear
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Normal Hearing Test
- Clear Ear Checkup
- Routine Audiology Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings
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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Eye and Ear Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Vision Screening
- Hearing Screening
- Eye and Ear Check-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z135: Encounter for screening for eye and ear disorders
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Wu typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Wu accept my insurance?
Dr. Wu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 254-9500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wu accept in Orinda, CA?
Dr. Wu in Orinda, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Wu's office located?
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 1194828707.
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. Pelen Wu's specialty?
Dr. Wu is a Pediatrician near Orinda, CA.
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 this Dr. Pelen Wu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wu is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Pelen Wu accepting new patients in Orinda, CA?
Yes, Dr. Pelen Wu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pelen Wu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (925) 254-9500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pelen Wu?
Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (925) 254-9500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Pelen Wu have?
Dr. Pelen Wu is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.
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