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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wu, Hepatologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Victor Wu, MD is a Hepatologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Wu completed his residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Gastroenterology. Dr. Wu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wu’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wu’s office at (323) 783-4011.
Where did Dr. Wu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Gastroenterology
Medical School: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch of Med, Baltimore Md
What languages does Dr. Wu speak?
Dr. Wu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Wu treat?
As a Hepatologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Cryptogenic cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
- End-stage alcoholic liver disease
- Severe alcoholic liver scarring
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
- K7469: Other cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant
- Awaiting Organ Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Organ Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
- Organ transplant waitlist
- On transplant list
- Pre-transplant status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
- Z7682: Awaiting organ transplant status
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Abnormal Liver Function Test
- Liver Disease
- Irregular Liver Function Study
- Unusual Liver Exam
- Liver Disease Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R945: Abnormal results of liver function studies
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
Also known as:
- Chronic Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis B
- Long-term Hepatitis B
- Persistent Hepatitis B
- Hep B
ICD-10 Codes:
- B181: Chronic viral hepatitis B without delta-agent
Also known as:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- Liver Disease
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Other specified liver Disease
- Hepatic illness
- Liver condition
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
- Uncommon liver conditions
- Rare liver diseases
- Specific liver disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K769: Liver disease, unspecified
- R188: Other ascites
- K7689: Other specified diseases of liver
Also known as:
- Liver Cysts at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Liver Disease
- Congenital Hepatic Cysts
- Polycystic Liver Disease (if applicable)
- Baby Liver Cysts
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q446: Cystic disease of liver
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:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Autoimmune hepatitis
- Autoimmune Disease
- Hepatitis
- Autoimmune Hepatitis
- AIH
- Autoimmune liver disease
- Chronic autoimmune hepatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K754: Autoimmune hepatitis
Also known as:
- Personal Choice Not to Vaccinate
- Vaccine Refusal
- Patient Declined Vaccination
- Unvaccinated by Choice
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z2820: Immunization not carried out because of patient decision for unspecified reason
Also known as:
- Not Following Medicine Plan for Other Reasons
- Medication non-adherence
- Difficulty taking medicine
- Problems with medication regimen
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z91148: Patient's other noncompliance with medication regimen for other reason
Which procedures does Dr. Wu perform as a Hepatologist?
As a Hepatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Victor Wu may include:
- Colonic Polypectomy
- Hepatitis C Testing
- Hepatology Consultation
- Hepatology Follow Up
- Liver Biopsy
- Liver Disease Consultation
- Liver Function Test
- Liver Imaging
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Wu's office.
Does Dr. Wu accept my insurance?
Dr. Wu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 783-4011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wu accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Wu in Los Angeles, 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
BCBS Unspecified
Cigna
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wu's office located?
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 1205903184.
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. Victor Wu's specialty?
Dr. Wu is a Hepatologist near Los Angeles, CA. Hepatology is the branch of medicine that focuses on the structure, function, and diseases of the liver and biliary tract. The American Board of Internal Medicine classifies Hepatology as a subspecialty of gastroenterology. While physicians who refer to themselves as Hepatologists typically receive training in gastrointestinal programs, this is not always the case. Contact Dr. Wu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Victor Wu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wu is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center 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 Victor Wu accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Victor Wu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Victor Wu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (323) 783-4011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Victor Wu?
Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (323) 783-4011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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