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Who is Dr. Wu, Dermatologist in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. Sam Wu, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Charlotte, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Wu is fluent in English, 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.
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 Dermatologist, 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:
- Mole
- Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
- Birthmarks
- Moles
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- Nevus
- Birthmark
- Skin spot
- Irritated seborrheic keratosis
- Red skin growth
- Inflamed age spot
ICD-10 Codes:
- D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk
- L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis
- D2262: Melanocytic nevi of left upper limb, including shoulder
- D2272: Melanocytic nevi of left lower limb, including hip
- D224: Melanocytic nevi of scalp and neck
Also known as:
- Actinic Keratosis
- Skin Condition
- Sun Exposure
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Solar keratosis
- Precancerous skin lesion
- Rough sun spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L570: Actinic keratosis
Also known as:
- Seborrheic Keratosis
- Benign Tumor
- Skin Condition
- SK
- Senile Wart
- Barnacle of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- L821: Other seborrheic keratosis
Also known as:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
- Rodent Ulcer
- BCC
- Basal Cell Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44319: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
- C44311: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of nose
Also known as:
- Other types of warts
- Warts
- Different kinds of warts
- Various warts
- Uncommon warts
ICD-10 Codes:
- B078: Other viral warts
Also known as:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
- Trunk BCC
- Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
- Trunk Basal Cell Tumor
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Arm
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
- Arm SCC
- Shoulder SCC
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk
- C44629: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder
Also known as:
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Atopic dermatitis
- Itchy skin rash
- Allergic skin condition
- Allergic eczema
ICD-10 Codes:
- L2089: Other atopic dermatitis
- L2084: Intrinsic (allergic) eczema
Also known as:
- Mole on Right Arm or Shoulder
- Mole on Right Leg or Hip
- Birthmarks
- Moles
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Right upper limb nevus
- Birthmark on right arm
- Right shoulder spot
- Right arm mole
- Right lower limb nevus
- Birthmark on right leg
- Right hip spot
- Right leg mole
ICD-10 Codes:
- D2261: Melanocytic nevi of right upper limb, including shoulder
- D2271: Melanocytic nevi of right lower limb, including hip
Also known as:
- Bone, Soft Tissue, or Skin Growth of Unknown Type
- Bone Disease
- Skin Condition
- Bone tumor of unknown nature
- Skin lesion of unknown type
- Soft tissue mass of unknown behavior
ICD-10 Codes:
- D492: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of bone, soft tissue, and skin
Also known as:
- Dark Skin Patches
- Skin Pigmentation Disorder
- Hyperpigmentation
- Melasma
- Age spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L814: Other melanin hyperpigmentation
Also known as:
- Acne Vulgaris
- Acne
- Common acne
- Pimples
- Breakouts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L700: Acne vulgaris
Also known as:
- Epidermal Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L720: Epidermal cyst
Which procedures does Dr. Wu perform as a Dermatologist?
As a Dermatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sam Wu may include:
- Ambulatory Phlebectomy
- Annual Skin Screening
- Anti-Aging Treatment
- Biopsy
- Botox Follow Up
- Botox Treatment
- Chemical Peel
- Collagen Injection
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 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wu accept in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. Wu in Charlotte, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene
Continental Benefits
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Spectrum / Priority Health
Vaya Health
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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 1033503164.
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. Sam Wu's specialty?
Dr. Wu is a Dermatologist near Charlotte, NC. Dermatologists are medical professionals trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of skin conditions in both children and adults, including skin cancers, melanomas, and other tumors. They also manage disorders of the mouth, external genitalia, hair, and nails, and are skilled in treating conditions like dermatitis, allergic reactions, and skin manifestations of systemic diseases. Dermatologists receive specialized training in dermatopathology and dermatologic surgical techniques, and address cosmetic issues such as hair loss and scarring. Additionally, they use laboratory methods to diagnose immune-related skin disorders, often collaborating with immunohematologists for expert consultation and targeted therapies. Contact Dr. Wu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sam Wu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Wu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Sam Wu accepting new patients in Charlotte, NC?
Yes, Dr. Sam Wu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sam Wu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wu's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sam Wu?
Please contact Dr. Wu's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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