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Dr. Jennifer Wu, MD

Dr. Jennifer Wu, MD

San Diego, CA

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wu, Family Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Jennifer Wu, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Wu graduated from Albany Medical College and completed her residency at Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, Family Medicine. Dr. Wu is fluent in English and Spanish, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wu’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wu’s office.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Wu?

    Dr. Jennifer Wu, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Family Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Wu empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Chronic Illness, Preventive Medicine, Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Diego, CA community, Dr. Wu is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, Family Medicine | Ucsf Fresno Med Educ Program | Uc San Francisco

    • Medical School: Albany Medical College | UC San Francisco, School of Medicine, San Francisco | Primary Care Physician | Professor of Family Medicine and Public Health | University of Southern California

    Is Dr. Wu board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Jennifer Wu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Wu speak?

    Dr. Wu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wu typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • General Health Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Routine Check-up
    • Preventive Health Exam
    • Wellness Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wu typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jennifer 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?

    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 San Diego, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • HealthRight Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wu's office located?

    Dr. Jennifer Wu's Primary Practice

    200 W Arbor Dr

    San Diego, CA 92103

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    Dr. Jennifer Wu's Practice 2

    330 Lewis St Ste 400

    San Diego, CA 92103

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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:

    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 1215953013.

    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. Jennifer Wu's specialty?

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

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

    Yes, Dr. Wu is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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. Jennifer Wu accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Jennifer 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. Jennifer Wu?

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

    Where is Dr. Wu's office located?

    Dr. Wu's office is located in San Diego, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jennifer Wu have?

    Dr. Jennifer Wu is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.