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Dr. Joseph Wu, MD

Dr. Joseph Wu, MD

Cardiologist

Stanford, CA

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wu, Cardiologist in Stanford, CA?

    Dr. Joseph Wu, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Wu completed his residency at Va Long Beach Hlthcare Sys, Internal Medicine Akron Gen Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Wu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wu’s office at (650) 723-4000.

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

    • Fellowship: UCLA Medical Center CA

    • Residency: Va Long Beach Hlthcare Sys, Internal Medicine Akron Gen Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | UCLA Mc | University of California, Los Angeles

    Is Dr. Wu board certified as a Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Wu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 2004

    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 a Cardiologist like Dr. Wu typically treat?

    As a Cardiologist, 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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Wu typically perform?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph 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 (650) 723-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wu accept in Stanford, CA?

    Dr. Wu in Stanford, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Care N' Care Insurance Company

    • Cigna Group

    • Contra Costa

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wu's office located?

    Edwards

    300 Pasteur Dr

    Stanford, CA 94305

    (650) 723-4000

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    Recognitions

    Awards

    • American Heart Association Established Investigator Award – AHA EIA

    • Elected to Association of University Cardiologists – AUC, 2013

    • Fellow – American Heart Association, FAHA, 2010

    • American Heart Association National Innovative Research Grant, AHA, 2009

    • Fellow – American College of Cardiology, FACC, 2006

    • ACCF/GE Career Award in Cardiovascular Imaging, American College of C

    • Division of Cardiology Teaching Award (Innovation), Stanford School o, 2008

    • Edward Mallinckrodt Jr. Foundation Junior Faculty Award – Edward Mallinckrdot Jr. Foundation, 2008

    • William Parmley Prize, Journal American College of Cardiology, 2009

    • K08 Mentored Clinician Scientist Award – National Institutes of Health

    • GSK Cardiovascular Young Investigator Award – GlaxoSmithKline

    • Best Basic Science Paper, Circulation, 2007

    • Best Drug Development Young Investigator Award – Academy of Molecular Imaging, 2005

    • Best Basic Science Abstract, Bristol Myers Squibb Cardiology Fellows, 2003

    • Cardiovascular Young Investigator Award (First Place), Society of Nuc, 2002

    • Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE), 2010

    • Bernard and Joan Marshall Research Excellence Prize, British Society, 2011

    • Douglas P. Zipes Distinguished Young Scientist Award – American College of Cardiology, 2009

    • NIH Director's New Innovator Award – National Institutes of Health

    • Baxter Faculty Scholar Award – Baxter Foundation, 2008

    • BWF Career Award for Medical Scientists, Burroughs Wellcome Foundatio

    • Elected to American Society Clinical Investigators, ASCI, 2012

    • NIH Transformative R01 Award – National Institutes of Health

    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 1659436186.

    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. Joseph Wu's specialty?

    Dr. Wu is a Cardiologist near Stanford, CA.

    What does a Cardiologist do?

    An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.

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

    Yes, Dr. Wu is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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

    When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Cardiologist. 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. Joseph Wu accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Joseph Wu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (650) 723-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (650) 723-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wu's office located?

    Dr. Wu's office is located in Stanford, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Wu have?

    Dr. Joseph Wu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.