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Dr. Christina Wu, MD

Richmond, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wu, Internist in Richmond, CA?

    Dr. Christina Wu, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Richmond, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Wu is fluent in English, 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 (510) 675-4010.

    What languages does Dr. Wu speak?

    Dr. Wu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Wu typically treat?

    As an Internist, 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Wound Dressing Change or Removal
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Non-surgical dressing care
    • Wound care visit
    • Dressing replacement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Other Specified Aftercare
    • Specific post-op care
    • Specialized recovery care
    • Follow-up for specific procedures

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Special Medical Examination
    • Specific health check
    • Detailed medical assessment
    • Special health screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Amyotrophy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Muscle Weakness
    • Diabetic Neuropathic Cachexia
    • Proximal Diabetic Neuropathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1144: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic amyotrophy

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Wu typically perform?

    As an Internist, Dr. Wu performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:

    • Removal of Multiple Benign Skin Lesions
    • Skin Growth Destruction
    • Benign Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Growths

    CPT Codes:

    • 17111: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; 15 or more lesions

    Does Dr. Wu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 675-4010 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Wu's office located?

    Dr. Christina Wu's Primary Practice

    901 Nevin Ave

    Richmond, CA 94801

    (510) 675-4010

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    Dr. Christina Wu's Practice 2

    27303 Sleepy Hollow Ave S

    Hayward, CA 94545

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    Dr. Christina Wu's Practice 3

    3553 Whipple Rd

    Union City, CA 94587

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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 1790837920.

    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. Christina Wu's specialty?

    Dr. Wu is an Internist near Richmond, CA.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

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

    Yes, Dr. Wu is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Manteca Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fresno Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Christina Wu accepting new patients in Richmond, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Christina Wu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (510) 675-4010 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (510) 675-4010 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wu's office located?

    Dr. Wu's offices are located in Richmond, CA, Hayward, CA, and Union City, CA.