38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wu, Neurosurgeon in Boston, MA?
Dr. Julian Wu, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Wu graduated from University of Massachusetts Med School and completed his residency at New Eng Med Center Tufts University. Dr. Wu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wu’s office at (617) 636-5858.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Wu?
Dr. Julian Wu, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurosurgeon 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 Brain Tumors, Brain Tumors-Metastatic, Stereotactic Radiosurgery, Trigeminal Neuralgia, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston/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: New Eng Med Center Tufts University
Medical School: University of Massachusetts Med School
Is Dr. Wu board certified in Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Julian Wu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
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 Dr. Wu treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, 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:
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Tic Douloureux
- Facial Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G500: Trigeminal neuralgia
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
- Meningeal tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified
Also known as:
- Benign Cranial Nerve Tumor
- Benign Pituitary Tumor
- Benign Nerve System Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pituitary Disorder
- Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
- Prolactinoma
- Autonomic Nervous System Disorder
- Non-cancerous cranial nerve growth
- Benign cranial nerve neoplasm
- Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
- Pituitary adenoma
- Non-cancerous nerve growth
- Benign peripheral nerve neoplasm
- Benign autonomic nerve neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- D333: Benign neoplasm of cranial nerves
- D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland
- D3610: Benign neoplasm of peripheral nerves and autonomic nervous system, unspecified
Also known as:
- Secondary Brain Cancer
- Brain Tumor
- Metastatic brain cancer
- Brain metastases
- Cancer spread to brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Brain Disease
- Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
- Cerebral meningeal tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges
Also known as:
- Brain Tumor
- Frontal Lobe Brain Tumor
- Brain Cancer
- Cerebral Tumor
- Intracranial Tumor
- Malignant Brain Tumor
- Frontal Lobe Cancer
- Malignant Frontal Lobe Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
- C711: Malignant neoplasm of frontal lobe
Also known as:
- Brain Disorder
- Brain cysts
- Other Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Brain Condition
- Brain Problem
- Unspecified Brain Disease
- Cerebral cysts
- Arachnoid cysts
- Intracranial cysts
- Various Brain Conditions
- Uncommon Brain Problems
- Specified Brain Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G939: Disorder of brain, unspecified
- G930: Cerebral cysts
- G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
Also known as:
- Uveal Melanoma
- Eye Cancer
- Intraocular (Uveal) Melanoma Treatment (PDQ)
- Choroidal Melanoma
- Intraocular Melanoma
- Cancer of the Choroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- C6932: Malignant neoplasm of left choroid
- C6931: Malignant neoplasm of right choroid
Also known as:
- AVM (Abnormal Blood Vessel Connection)
- Brain AVM (Abnormal Blood Vessel Connection)
- Arteriovenous Malformations
- Arteriovenous Malformation
- Vascular Malformation
- AVM
- Cerebral AVM
- Brain Arteriovenous Malformation
- Brain Vascular Malformation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q2730: Arteriovenous malformation, site unspecified
- Q282: Arteriovenous malformation of cerebral vessels
Also known as:
- Other Abnormality of Brain Blood Vessels
- Birth Defects
- Cerebral Vascular Malformations
- Congenital Brain Vessel Anomalies
- Brain Blood Vessel Defects
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q283: Other malformations of cerebral vessels
Also known as:
- Growth of Unknown Type in the Brain
- Brain Disease
- Indeterminate brain mass
- Brain tumor of unknown nature
- Brain neoplasm of uncertain behavior
ICD-10 Codes:
- D432: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of brain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy to Treat Cancer
- Radiation treatment for cancer
- Oncology radiation
- Radiotherapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z510: Encounter for antineoplastic radiation therapy
Does Dr. Wu accept my insurance?
Dr. Wu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 636-5858 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wu accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Wu in Boston, MA 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 Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Martin's Point
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wu's office located?
Recognitions
Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards
Doctor’s Choice - All Time
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition across all time
Doctor’s Choice - 2025
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in 2025
Doctor’s Choice - Last 5 Years
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in the last 5 years
Awards
Top Doctor, Boston Magazine
Boston Super Doctors
Top Doctor, U.S. News & World Report
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 1205887031.
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. Julian Wu's specialty?
Dr. Wu is a Neurosurgeon near Boston, MA. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Wu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Julian 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 Julian Wu accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Julian Wu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Julian Wu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (617) 636-5858 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Julian Wu?
Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (617) 636-5858 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Julian Wu have?
Dr. Julian Wu is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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