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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. 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 Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 a Hepatologist like Dr. Wu typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver 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
What procedures does a Hepatologist like Dr. Wu typically perform?
As a Hepatologist, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Liver Elastography
- Elastography
- FibroScan
- Liver stiffness test
- Shear wave elastography
CPT Codes:
- 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report
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 Group
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does a Hepatologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Victor Wu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wu is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City 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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