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Dr. Timothy Wu, MD

Pulmonologist

Burlington, MA

37 Years of Experience

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wu, Pulmonologist in Burlington, MA?

    Dr. Timothy Wu, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Burlington, MA. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Wu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is not currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wu’s office at (781) 744-8000.

    Where did Dr. Wu go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Massachusetts General Hospital (Pulmonary Medicine) | Massachusetts General Hospital, Fellow:Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine

    Is Dr. Wu board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Timothy Wu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    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 Pulmonologist like Dr. Wu typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, 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:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Respiratory cancer screening
    • Pulmonary cancer check
    • Lung tumor screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z122: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of respiratory organs

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • Breathing Pauses During Sleep
    • Snoring Disorder
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • History of Nicotine Dependence
    • E-Cigarettes
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Past nicotine addiction
    • Previous smoking habit
    • History of tobacco use disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence

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

    As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Timothy 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?

    Please contact Dr. Wu's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Wu's office located?

    Lahey Clinic

    41 Mall Rd

    Burlington, MA 01805

    (781) 744-8000

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    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 1598855223.

    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. Timothy Wu's specialty?

    Dr. Wu is a Pulmonologist near Burlington, MA.

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

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

    Yes, Dr. Wu is affiliated with Lahey Hospital & 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

    When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. 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. Timothy Wu accepting new patients in Burlington, MA?

    No, Dr. Timothy Wu is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Timothy Wu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (781) 744-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (781) 744-8000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wu's office located?

    Dr. Wu's office is located in Burlington, MA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Timothy Wu have?

    Dr. Timothy Wu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.