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Dr. Shawn Wu, MD
Gulfport, MS
33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wu, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Gulfport, MS?
Dr. Shawn Wu, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Gulfport, MS. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Wu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wu’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wu’s office at (228) 357-5464.
Where did Dr. Wu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Shandong Med University, Jinan, Shandong, China
What languages does Dr. Wu speak?
Dr. Wu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Wu treat?
As a Interventional Pain 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.
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Mid-Back Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
- Thoracic Spondylosis
- Mid-Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Thoracic Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
- M47814: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, thoracic region
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Degeneration
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Neck
- Worn Neck Discs
- Cervical Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5030: Other cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical region
Also known as:
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Disc Degeneration
- Lumbosacral Disc Degeneration
- Worn Spinal Discs
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5137: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration with Back and Leg Pain
- Mid-Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease with Leg Pain
- Lumbar Discogenic Pain with Radiculopathy
- Sciatica from Disc Degeneration
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Mid-Back
- Worn Mid-Back Discs
- Thoracic Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M51372: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbosacral region with discogenic back pain and lower extremity pain
- M5134: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, thoracic region
Also known as:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
Also known as:
- Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Shoulder Bursitis
- Left Hip Bursitis
- Bursitis
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Inflamed Shoulder Bursa
- Shoulder Joint Inflammation
- Shoulder Bursa Inflammation
- Subacromial Bursitis
- Shoulder Pain
- Left Trochanteric Bursitis
- Inflamed left hip bursa
- Left hip joint inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7551: Bursitis of right shoulder
- M7552: Bursitis of left shoulder
- M7062: Trochanteric bursitis, left hip
Also known as:
- Inflammation of the Neck Spine
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylitis
- Neck Arthritis
- Inflammatory Neck Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4692: Unspecified inflammatory spondylopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Inflammatory Spine Condition of the Lower Back and Sacrum
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- lumbosacral spondylopathy
- lower back and sacrum spinal inflammation
- lumbosacral spondyloarthropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4697: Unspecified inflammatory spondylopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Left Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Left rotator cuff rupture
- Left shoulder tendon tear
- Left shoulder muscle tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M75102: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic
Which procedures does Dr. Wu perform as a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
As a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Shawn Wu may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
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 (228) 357-5464 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wu accept in Gulfport, MS?
Dr. Wu in Gulfport, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Fox-Everett
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Mississippi
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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 1952462905.
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. Shawn Wu's specialty?
Dr. Wu is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Gulfport, MS. Interventional pain medicine focuses on diagnosing and treating pain and related disorders using interventional techniques. It is primarily aimed at managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, either as a standalone treatment or in combination with other therapeutic approaches. Contact Dr. Wu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shawn Wu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wu is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Gulfport 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
Where can I learn more about Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
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Is Shawn Wu accepting new patients in Gulfport, MS?
Yes, Dr. Shawn Wu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shawn Wu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (228) 357-5464 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shawn Wu?
Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (228) 357-5464 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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