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Dr. Joseph Wu, MD

Kerrville, TX

15 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wu, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Kerrville, TX?

    Dr. Joseph Wu, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Kerrville, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Wu completed his residency at Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Internal Medicine. Dr. Wu is fluent in English and Chinese, 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 (830) 896-3730.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Internal Medicine

    Is Dr. Wu board certified as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph 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:

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Wu treat?

    As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Sick Sinus Syndrome
    • Supraventricular Tachycardia
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Slow Heart Rate
    • Premature Ventricular Contractions
    • Atrial Flutter
    • Complete Heart Block
    • Arrhythmia
    • Sick sinus syndrome
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Sinus Node Dysfunction
    • Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
    • SSS
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation
    • SVT
    • Fast heart rate
    • Rapid heartbeat
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • Bradycardia
    • Slow Pulse
    • Low Heart Rate
    • PVCs
    • Ventricular Ectopic Beats
    • Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
    • A-flutter
    • Heart flutter
    • Rapid atrial rhythm
    • Complete AV Block
    • Third-Degree Heart Block

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I495: Sick sinus syndrome
    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
    • I4710: Supraventricular tachycardia, unspecified
    • R002: Palpitations
    • R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
    • I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
    • I4892: Unspecified atrial flutter
    • I442: Atrioventricular block, complete

    Also known as:

    • Having a Pacemaker
    • Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Heart pacemaker
    • Artificial pacemaker
    • Implanted heart device
    • ICD implant
    • Automatic defibrillator
    • Implanted heart shock device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
    • Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
    • Dilated Cardiomyopathy
    • Cardiomyopathy
    • Familial dilated cardiomyopathy
    • X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
    • Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
    • Enlarged heart muscle
    • DCM

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
    • I420: Dilated cardiomyopathy

    Also known as:

    • Other Pacemaker Part Management
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Pacemaker Lead Adjustment
    • Pacemaker Component Care
    • Cardiac Pacing Device Adjustment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z45018: Encounter for adjustment and management of other part of cardiac pacemaker

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Permanent Atrial Fibrillation
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Irreversible AFib
    • Fixed Atrial Fibrillation
    • Long-term AFib

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4821: Permanent atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Implantable Defibrillator Management
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • AICD Management
    • Defibrillator Adjustment
    • ICD Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4502: Encounter for adjustment and management of automatic implantable cardiac defibrillator

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does Dr. Wu perform?

    As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, 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:

    • Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
    • Permanent Pacemaker Placement
    • Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
    • Heart Rhythm Device Implantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular

    Also known as:

    • Left Atrial Appendage Closure
    • LAA Closure
    • Watchman Procedure
    • Heart Appendage Sealing
    • Stroke Prevention Device Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 33340: Percutaneous transcatheter closure of the left atrial appendage with endocardial implant, including fluoroscopy, transseptal puncture, catheter placement(s), left atrial angiography, left atrial appendage angiography, when performed, and radiological supervision and interpretation

    Also known as:

    • Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
    • Pacemaker Generator Exchange
    • Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
    • Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
    • Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system

    Also known as:

    • Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
    • Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
    • Under-Skin Heart Monitor
    • Cardiac Event Recorder Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming

    Does Dr. Wu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (830) 896-3730 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wu accept in Kerrville, TX?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Wu's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Wu's Primary Practice

    1001 Water St Bldg A

    Kerrville, TX 78028

    (830) 896-3730

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    Dr. Joseph Wu's Practice 2

    4725 W Sunset Blvd # 4733

    Los Angeles, CA 90027

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    Dr. Joseph Wu's Practice 3

    200 UCLA Medical Plz Ste 365-C

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

    (310) 825-8811

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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 1497962492.

    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 Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Kerrville, TX. A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments. Contact Dr. Wu to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Wu is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, CHRISTUS St. Vincent Regional 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 Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?

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    Is Joseph Wu accepting new patients in Kerrville, TX?

    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 (830) 896-3730 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 (830) 896-3730 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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