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Dr. Carolyn Wu, MD

Ophthalmologist

Boston, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    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 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 an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Wu typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Inward Turning Eye
    • Intermittent Eye Turn
    • Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
    • Esotropia
    • Walleye
    • Eye Movement Disorder
    • Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
    • Accommodative Squint
    • Intermittent heterotropia
    • Occasional eye deviation
    • Intermittent squint
    • Intermittent Alternating Wall Eyes
    • Intermittent Alternating Divergent Strabismus
    • Temporary Wall Eye
    • Crossed Eyes
    • Convergent Strabismus
    • Exotropia
    • Divergent strabismus
    • Outward turning eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
    • H5030: Unspecified intermittent heterotropia
    • H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
    • H5000: Unspecified esotropia
    • H5010: Unspecified exotropia

    Also known as:

    • Lazy Eye Suspect
    • Amblyopia
    • Amblyopia Suspect
    • Possible Lazy Eye
    • Risk of Lazy Eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H53043: Amblyopia suspect, bilateral

    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:

    • Refractive Amblyopia
    • Amblyopia
    • Refractive Errors
    • Lazy eye from refractive error
    • Anisometropic amblyopia
    • Refractive lazy eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H53021: Refractive amblyopia, right eye

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Wu typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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 contact the office 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

    • BMC Health System

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Fallon Health

    • Mass General Brigham

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • The Health Plan of West Virginia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wu's office located?

    Dr. Carolyn Wu's Primary Practice

    300 Longwood Ave

    Boston, MA 02115

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    Dr. Carolyn Wu's Practice 2

    55 Fogg Rd # 97

    South Weymouth, MA 02190

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    What hospitals are Dr. Wu affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Wu has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Boston Childrens Hospital,Boston, MA
    Brigham And Womens Hospital,Boston, MA

    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 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 an Ophthalmologist near Boston, MA.

    What does an Ophthalmologist do?

    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.

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

    Yes, Dr. Wu is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston, 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 Dr. 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 Dr. Carolyn Wu?

    Please contact Dr. Wu's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wu's office located?

    Dr. Wu's offices are located in Boston, MA and South Weymouth, MA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Carolyn Wu have?

    Dr. Carolyn Wu is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.