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Dr. Lauren Wu, MD

Dr. Lauren Wu, MD

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wu, Internist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Lauren Wu, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Wu graduated from University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences and completed her residency at Ca Pacific Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Wu is fluent in English, 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 (415) 998-5587.

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

    • Residency: Ca Pacific Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Suny At Stony Brook Hlth Sci Ctr, Stony Brook Ny | University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences

    Is Dr. Wu board certified in Internist?

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

    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 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.

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Blood Infection
    • Sepsis
    • Bacteremia
    • Bacteria in blood
    • Bloodstream infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    Also known as:

    • Peritoneal Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Peritoneal Disorder
    • Abdominal abscess
    • Intra-abdominal abscess
    • Pus pocket in abdomen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K651: Peritoneal abscess

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Which procedures does Dr. Wu perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Lauren Wu may include:

    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 (415) 998-5587 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Neighborhood Health Plan (RI)

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Presbyterian Health Plan

    • San Francisco Health Plan

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Wu's office located?

    Dr. Lauren Wu's Primary Practice

    3555 Cesar Chavez

    San Francisco, CA 94110

    (415) 998-5587

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    Dr. Lauren Wu's Practice 2

    1101 Van Ness Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94109

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    Dr. Lauren Wu's Practice 3

    2333 Buchanan St

    San Francisco, CA 94115

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    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 1114055563.

    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. Lauren Wu's specialty?

    Dr. Wu is a Internist near San Francisco, CA.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Wu to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Wu is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus, Kaiser Permanente South San Francisco 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Lauren Wu accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Lauren Wu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (415) 998-5587 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lauren Wu?

    Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (415) 998-5587 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lauren Wu have?

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

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