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Who is Dr. Wu, Ophthalmologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Carolyn Wu, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Wu graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University and completed her residency at Nyu Hospitals Center, Ophthalmology. 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.
Where did Dr. Wu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Nyu Hospitals Center, Ophthalmology | Manhattan Eye Ear and Throat Hospital | New York University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University
Is Dr. Wu board certified as an Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Carolyn Wu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
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 an Ophthalmologist, 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:
- Inward Turning Eye
- Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
- Esotropia
- Intermittent Eye Turn
- Walleye
- Outward Hidden Eye Turn
- Intermittent Walleye
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
- Accommodative Squint
- Intermittent Alternating Wall Eyes
- Intermittent Alternating Divergent Strabismus
- Temporary Wall Eye
- Crossed Eyes
- Convergent Strabismus
- Intermittent heterotropia
- Occasional eye deviation
- Intermittent squint
- Exotropia
- Divergent strabismus
- Outward turning eye
- Latent Outward Squint
- Exophoria
- Eye Muscle Imbalance
- Intermittent exotropia
- Occasional outward eye turn
- Eyes turn out sometimes
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
- H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
- H5000: Unspecified esotropia
- H5030: Unspecified intermittent heterotropia
- H5010: Unspecified exotropia
- H5052: Exophoria
- H50331: Intermittent monocular exotropia, right eye
Also known as:
- Lazy Eye Suspect
- Lazy Eye
- Amblyopia
- Refractive Errors
- Amblyopia Suspect
- Possible Lazy Eye
- Risk of Lazy Eye
- Refractive Amblyopia
- Vision Loss from Unequal Focus
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53043: Amblyopia suspect, bilateral
- H53022: Refractive amblyopia, left eye
Also known as:
- Refractive Amblyopia
- Strabismic Amblyopia
- Amblyopia
- Refractive Errors
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Lazy eye from refractive error
- Anisometropic amblyopia
- Refractive lazy eye
- Lazy eye from crossed eyes
- Squint amblyopia
- Amblyopia from eye turn
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53021: Refractive amblyopia, right eye
- H53023: Refractive amblyopia, bilateral
- H53032: Strabismic amblyopia, left eye
Also known as:
- Retinopathy of Prematurity
- Premature Babies
- Retinal Disorder
- ROP
- Premature Retinopathy
- Retinal Disease in Premature Babies
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35113: Retinopathy of prematurity, stage 0, bilateral
Also known as:
- Preglaucoma
- Glaucoma
- Early Glaucoma
- Borderline Glaucoma
- Risk of Glaucoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Down Syndrome
- Trisomy 21
- Mongolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q909: Down syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Eyelid Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Eyelid Disorder
- Various Congenital Eyelid Abnormalities
- Rare Eyelid Malformations
- Infant Eyelid Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q103: Other congenital malformations of eyelid
Also known as:
- Neurofibromatosis Type 1
- Neurofibromatosis
- Neurofibromatosis type 1
- NF1
- Von Recklinghausen disease
- Peripheral neurofibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q8501: Neurofibromatosis, type 1
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Unequal Pupil Size
- Eye Disease
- Anisocoria
- Different sized pupils
- Pupil size difference
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5702: Anisocoria
Also known as:
- Nearsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
What procedures does Dr. Wu perform?
As an Ophthalmologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Crossed Eye Surgery (One Muscle)
- Crossed Eye Surgery (2 Muscles)
- Complex Strabismus Surgery
- Eye Muscle Surgery for Strabismus
- Strabismus Repair
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Ocular Muscle Adjustment
- Ocular Muscle Surgery
- Crossed Eye Surgery with Scarring
- Restrictive Myopathy Strabismus Repair
- Difficult Eye Alignment Surgery
- Strabismus Correction Surgery
- Crossed Eyes Surgery
- Wall Eyes Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67311: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 horizontal muscle
- 67312: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 2 horizontal muscles
- 67332: Strabismus surgery on patient with scarring of extraocular muscles (eg, prior ocular injury, strabismus or retinal detachment surgery) or restrictive myopathy (eg, dysthyroid ophthalmopathy) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 67314: Strabismus surgery, recession or resection procedure; 1 vertical muscle (excluding superior oblique)
Also known as:
- Adjustable Suture Placement for Eye Muscle Surgery
- Strabismus Surgery with Adjustable Sutures
- Eye Alignment Surgery
- Squint Correction Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 67335: Placement of adjustable suture(s) during strabismus surgery, including postoperative adjustment(s) of suture(s) (List separately in addition to code for specific strabismus surgery)
Also known as:
- Tear Duct Probing with Anesthesia
- Anesthesia
- Nasolacrimal duct probing
- Blocked tear duct procedure
- Tear duct irrigation
CPT Codes:
- 68811: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; requiring general anesthesia
Does Dr. Wu accept my insurance?
Dr. Wu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Fallon Community Health Plan
Health Plans
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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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 1073603072.
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. Carolyn Wu's specialty?
Dr. Wu is a Ophthalmologist near Boston, MA. An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health. Contact Dr. Wu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Carolyn Wu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wu is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Rhode Island Hospital 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
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Is Carolyn Wu accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Carolyn Wu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carolyn Wu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wu's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carolyn Wu?
Please contact Dr. Wu's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Carolyn Wu have?
Dr. Carolyn Wu is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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