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Dr. Peng Wu, MD
Palo Alto, CA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Wu, Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Peng Wu, MD is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Wu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wu’s office at (650) 497-8000.
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 Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, 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:
- Hepatoblastoma
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Childhood liver cancer
- Embryonal liver cancer
- Malignant hepatoblastoma
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C222: Hepatoblastoma
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia in Remission
- Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- ALL Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Childhood Leukemia in Remission
- CML
- Chronic myelogenous leukemia
- Philadelphia chromosome positive leukemia
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9101: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia, in remission
- C9210: Chronic myeloid leukemia, BCR/ABL-positive, not having achieved remission
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Other Personal Health Risks
- Other health risk factors
- Specific personal risks
- Individual health concerns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9189: Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
- Colonic Polyps
- Familial adenomatous polyposis
- FAP
- Familial polyposis coli
- Adenomatous polyposis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D1391: Familial adenomatous polyposis
Also known as:
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Cancer
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Malignant Soft Tissue Tumor
- Connective Tissue Cancer
- Soft Tissue Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C499: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bone Cancer
- Cancer
- Primary Bone Cancer
- Malignant Bone Tumor
- Bone Sarcoma
- Osteosarcoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C419: Malignant neoplasm of bone and articular cartilage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Cancer
- Liver Cancer
- Cholangiocarcinoma
- Intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C221: Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma
Also known as:
- Adrenal Gland Cancer
- Adrenocortical Carcinoma Treatment (PDQ)
- Adrenocortical Carcinoma
- Adrenal Cancer
- Malignant Adrenal Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified adrenal gland
Also known as:
- Benign Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Disease
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous colon growth
- Colon adenoma
- Benign colon tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D126: Benign neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Neutrophil Count
- Blood Disorder
- Neutropenia
- Low white blood cell count
- Neutrophil deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D709: Neutropenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Birth Defects Causing Overgrowth
- Birth Defects
- Overgrowth Syndromes
- Congenital Gigantism
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q873: Congenital malformation syndromes involving early overgrowth
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal Cancer
- Kidney Tumor
- Renal Cell Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C641: Malignant neoplasm of right kidney, except renal pelvis
Also known as:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
Also known as:
- Thymus Cancer
- Thymoma and Thymic Carcinoma Treatment (PDQ®)
- Thymoma
- Thymic Carcinoma
- Malignant Thymus Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C37: Malignant neoplasm of thymus
Also known as:
- Enlarged Liver
- Liver Disease
- Hepatomegaly
- Swollen liver
- Liver enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- R160: Hepatomegaly, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Retinoblastoma
- Eye Cancer
- Retinoblastoma Treatment (PDQ®)
- Retinal Cancer
- Malignant Retinal Tumor
- Childhood Eye Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C6921: Malignant neoplasm of right retina
Which procedures does Dr. Wu perform as a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Peng Wu may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
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 (650) 497-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wu accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Wu in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
State of Alabama
State of West Virginia
UnitedHealthcare
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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 1902149271.
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. Peng Wu's specialty?
Dr. Wu is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist near Palo Alto, CA. A pediatrician trained in the integration of pediatrics, hematology, and oncology, specializing in the recognition and management of blood disorders and cancer in children. This expert provides comprehensive care for conditions such as anemia, bleeding disorders, and various pediatric cancers. Contact Dr. Wu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Peng Wu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Wu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Cincinnati Childrens - Burnet Campus. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
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Is Peng Wu accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Peng Wu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peng Wu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peng Wu?
Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (650) 497-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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