20 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wun, Physiatrist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Cindy Wun, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Wun graduated from University of Vermont, College of Medicine, Burlington and completed her residency at Stanford University. Dr. Wun is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wun’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wun’s office at (650) 321-4121.
Where did Dr. Wun go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Stanford University | Stanford University Program
Medical School: University of Vermont, College of Medicine, Burlington
Is Dr. Wun board certified as a Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Cindy Wun, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Wun speak?
Dr. Wun and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Wun typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Wun 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. Wun. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Spinal Disc Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Intervertebral Disc Disease
- Back Disc Problems
- Spinal Disc Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- M519: Unspecified thoracic, thoracolumbar and lumbosacral intervertebral disc disorder
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Wun typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Wun 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. Wun. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Botox Injection for Neck Muscle Spasms
- Chemodenervation of neck muscles
- Botulinum toxin injection for cervical dystonia
- Neck spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64616: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); neck muscle(s), excluding muscles of the larynx, unilateral (eg, for cervical dystonia, spasmodic torticollis)
Does Dr. Wun accept my insurance?
Dr. Wun accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 321-4121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wun accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Wun in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Not Specified
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Wun's office located?
What is Dr. Wun's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wun's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902917503.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wun?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wun
What is Dr. Cindy Wun's specialty?
Dr. Wun is a Physiatrist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is this Dr. Cindy Wun affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wun is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Sutter Auburn Faith 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
When to see a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Cindy Wun accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Cindy Wun is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cindy Wun offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wun's office at (650) 321-4121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cindy Wun?
Please contact Dr. Wun's office at (650) 321-4121 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Cindy Wun have?
Dr. Cindy Wun is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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