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Dr. Joseph Wu, MD

Dr. Joseph Wu, MD

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 here.

    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

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Care N' Care Insurance Company

    • Cigna Group

    • 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

    AHA EIA

    American Heart Association Established Investigator Award

    AUC

    Elected to Association of University Cardiologists

    American Heart Association, FAHA

    Fellow

    American Heart Association National Innovative Research Grant, AHA

    American College of Cardiology, FACC

    Fellow

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

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

    Edward Mallinckrdot Jr. Foundation

    Edward Mallinckrodt Jr. Foundation Junior Faculty Award

    William Parmley Prize, Journal American College of Cardiology

    National Institutes of Health

    K08 Mentored Clinician Scientist Award

    GlaxoSmithKline

    GSK Cardiovascular Young Investigator Award

    Best Basic Science Paper, Circulation

    Academy of Molecular Imaging

    Best Drug Development Young Investigator Award

    Best Basic Science Abstract, Bristol Myers Squibb Cardiology Fellows

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

    Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE)

    Bernard and Joan Marshall Research Excellence Prize, British Society

    American College of Cardiology

    Douglas P. Zipes Distinguished Young Scientist Award

    National Institutes of Health

    NIH Director's New Innovator Award

    Baxter Foundation

    Baxter Faculty Scholar Award

    BWF Career Award for Medical Scientists, Burroughs Wellcome Foundatio

    Elected to American Society Clinical Investigators, ASCI

    National Institutes of Health

    NIH Transformative R01 Award

    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 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 this 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 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 Joseph Wu?

    Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (650) 723-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Wu have?

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

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