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Dr. Carleton Wu, MD

Anesthesiologist

Cleveland, OH

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wu, Anesthesiologist in Cleveland, OH?

    Dr. Carleton Wu, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Wu graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Anesthesiology; Riverside Methodist Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. 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 at (216) 444-2200.

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

    • Residency: Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Anesthesiology; Riverside Methodist Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Cleveland Clinic Foundation

    • Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh | Ohio State University College of Medicine And Public Health,Columbus, Ohio, United States | Ohio State University / College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Wu board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Carleton Wu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    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 Anesthesiologist like Dr. Wu typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, 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:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip

    Also known as:

    • Depression (Single Episode)
    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Depression
    • Major depression
    • Depressive episode
    • Clinical depression
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
    • F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Wu typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, 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:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Axillary Nerve Block Injection
    • Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
    • Armpit nerve block
    • Axillary nerve pain injection
    • Shoulder nerve block
    • Guided nerve injection
    • Sciatic Nerve Block
    • Sciatica Injection
    • Steroid Injection for Sciatica
    • Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 64417: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; axillary nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Wu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 444-2200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wu accept in Cleveland, OH?

    Dr. Wu in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • Medicare

    • State of Ohio

    • Summa Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wu's office located?

    Dr. Carleton Wu's Primary Practice

    9500 Euclid Ave

    Cleveland, OH 44195

    (216) 444-2200

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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 1346330685.

    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. Carleton Wu's specialty?

    Dr. Wu is an Anesthesiologist near Cleveland, OH.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

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

    Yes, Dr. Wu is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic - Lutheran Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Fairview Hospital, Medina Hospital, Hillcrest 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. Carleton Wu accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Carleton Wu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Carleton Wu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (216) 444-2200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (216) 444-2200 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wu's office located?

    Dr. Wu's office is located in Cleveland, OH.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Carleton Wu have?

    Dr. Carleton Wu is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.