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Dr. Roger Wu, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Salt Lake City, UT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wu, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Salt Lake City, UT?

    Dr. Roger Wu, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Salt Lake City, UT. Dr. Wu graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Brown University/Rhode Island Hospital-Lifespan Program. Dr. Wu is fluent in English and Spanish, 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 (213) 267-6536.

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

    • Residency: Brown University/Rhode Island Hospital-Lifespan Program

    • Medical School: Tufts University School of 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wu typically treat?

    As an Emergency 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • Exposure to Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Sexually Transmitted Infection
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure
    • Contact with STD
    • Suspected STI exposure
    • Sexual disease contact

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
    • Z202: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
    • Health Screening
    • STD screening
    • Sexual health check
    • Venereal disease test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wu typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Roger 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 call our office at (213) 267-6536 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wu accept in Salt Lake City, UT?

    Dr. Wu in Salt Lake City, UT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wu's office located?

    Dr. Roger Wu's Primary Practice

    5121 S Cottonwood St

    Salt Lake City, UT 84107

    (213) 267-6536

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    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 1801156799.

    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. Roger Wu's specialty?

    Dr. Wu is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Salt Lake City, UT.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

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

    Yes, Dr. Wu is affiliated with Intermountain Medical Center, Lds Hospital, Novato Community Hospital, Alta View 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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. Roger Wu accepting new patients in Salt Lake City, UT?

    Yes, Dr. Roger Wu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Roger Wu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (213) 267-6536 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Roger Wu?

    Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (213) 267-6536 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wu's office located?

    Dr. Wu's office is located in Salt Lake City, UT.