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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wu, Ophthalmologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Frances Wu is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. She 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 at (617) 573-3288.
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 Ophthalmologist, 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:
- Benign Choroid Tumor
- Benign Ciliary Body Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Eye Disease
- Non-cancerous choroid growth
- Benign choroidal neoplasm
- Non-cancerous ciliary body growth
- Benign ciliary body neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- D3131: Benign neoplasm of right choroid
- D3132: Benign neoplasm of left choroid
- D3141: Benign neoplasm of right ciliary body
- D3142: Benign neoplasm of left ciliary body
Also known as:
- Uveal Melanoma
- Eye Cancer
- Intraocular (Uveal) Melanoma Treatment (PDQ)
- Choroidal Melanoma
- Intraocular Melanoma
- Cancer of the Choroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- C6931: Malignant neoplasm of right choroid
- C6932: Malignant neoplasm of left choroid
Also known as:
- Dry Macular Degeneration
- Wet Macular Degeneration
- Macular Hole
- Macular Degeneration
- Dry AMD
- Atrophic Macular Degeneration
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (Dry)
- Exudative AMD
- Neovascular Macular Degeneration
- Wet AMD
- Macular Cyst
- Foveal Hole
- Retinal Hole
- Macular Pseudohole
ICD-10 Codes:
- H353132: Nonexudative age-related macular degeneration, bilateral, intermediate dry stage
- H353211: Exudative age-related macular degeneration, right eye, with active choroidal neovascularization
- H35341: Macular cyst, hole, or pseudohole, right eye
- H35342: Macular cyst, hole, or pseudohole, left eye
Also known as:
- Blocked Central Retinal Vein
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Central Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Eye Stroke
- CRVO
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348120: Central retinal vein occlusion, left eye, with macular edema
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
Also known as:
- Serous Retinal Detachment
- Retinal Detachment
- Fluid Retinal Detachment
- Exudative Retinal Detachment
ICD-10 Codes:
- H3321: Serous retinal detachment, right eye
Also known as:
- Unspecified Vision Problem
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Unspecified visual disturbance
- General vision issue
- Eye problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- H539: Unspecified visual disturbance
Also known as:
- Aging of the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Vitreous Detachment
- Vitreous syneresis
- Eye gel breakdown
- Vitreous aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43811: Vitreous degeneration, right eye
- H43812: Vitreous degeneration, left eye
Also known as:
- Other Choroid Disorder
- Eye Disease
- Choroidal Conditions
- Choroid Problems
- Eye Choroid Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- H318: Other specified disorders of choroid
Also known as:
- Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion
- Retinal Disorder
- BRVO
- Eye stroke (branch vein)
- Branch eye vein blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H348310: Tributary (branch) retinal vein occlusion, right eye, with macular edema
Also known as:
- Horseshoe Retinal Tear
- Retinal Disorder
- U-shaped Retinal Tear
- Flap Retinal Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- H33312: Horseshoe tear of retina without detachment, left eye
Also known as:
- Horseshoe Retinal Tear
- Retinal Disorder
- U-shaped Retinal Tear
- Flap Retinal Tear
- Retinal Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- H33311: Horseshoe tear of retina without detachment, right eye
What procedures does Dr. Wu perform?
As a Ophthalmologist, 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.
Also known as:
- Eye Injection
- Intravitreal Injection
- Retinal Injection
- Macular Degeneration Injection
- Eye Medication Injection
CPT Codes:
- 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Retinal Detachment Repair with Vitrectomy
- Vitrectomy for retinal detachment
- Retinal reattachment surgery
- Eye surgery for detached retina
CPT Codes:
- 67108: Repair of retinal detachment; with vitrectomy, any method, including, when performed, air or gas tamponade, focal endolaser photocoagulation, cryotherapy, drainage of subretinal fluid, scleral buckling, and/or removal of lens by same technique
Also known as:
- Laser Treatment for Retinopathy
- Photocoagulation for Retinopathy
- Diabetic Retinopathy Laser Treatment
- Retinal Laser Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 67228: Treatment of extensive or progressive retinopathy (eg, diabetic retinopathy), photocoagulation
Does Dr. Wu accept my insurance?
Dr. Wu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 573-3288 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wu accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Wu in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
MedStar Health
Molina
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
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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 1679935563.
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. Frances Wu's specialty?
Dr. Wu is a Ophthalmologist near Boston, MA. An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health. Contact Dr. Wu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Frances Wu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wu is affiliated with Massachusetts General 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
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Is Frances Wu accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Frances Wu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Frances Wu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (617) 573-3288 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Frances Wu?
Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (617) 573-3288 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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