Dr. Efren Wu, MD
El Dorado Hills, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wu, Family Medicine Specialist in El Dorado Hills, CA?
Dr. Efren Wu, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in El Dorado Hills, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Wu is fluent in English and Spanish, 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 (760) 360-1000.
Is Dr. Wu board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Efren 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
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:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Healthy Weight
- Body Weight
- Normal Weight
- Body Mass Index
- Optimal Weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6824: Body mass index [BMI] 24.0-24.9, adult
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wu typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Does Dr. Wu accept my insurance?
Dr. Wu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 360-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wu accept in El Dorado Hills, CA?
Dr. Wu in El Dorado Hills, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CommonSpirit Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Wu's office located?
Dr. Efren Wu's Primary Practice
1264 Hawks Flight Ct Ste 100
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
(760) 360-1000
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 1740432764.
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. Efren Wu's specialty?
Dr. Wu is a Family Medicine Specialist near El Dorado Hills, CA.
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 this Dr. Efren Wu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wu is affiliated with Mercy General Hospital 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
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Is Efren Wu accepting new patients in El Dorado Hills, CA?
Yes, Dr. Efren Wu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Efren Wu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (760) 360-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Efren Wu?
Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (760) 360-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Efren Wu have?
Dr. Efren Wu is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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