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    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. Dr. Wu is fluent in English and Chinese, 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 (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 a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist like Dr. Wu typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Hepatoblastoma
    • Liver Cancer
    • Childhood liver cancer
    • Embryonal liver cancer
    • Malignant hepatoblastoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C222: Hepatoblastoma

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

    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:

    • Bile Duct Cancer
    • Liver Cancer
    • Cholangiocarcinoma
    • Intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C221: Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma

    What procedures does a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist like Dr. Wu typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, 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:

    • Blood Transfusion
    • Blood Transfusion and Donation
    • Blood product transfusion
    • Red blood cell transfusion
    • Plasma transfusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components

    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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • State of Ohio

    • State of West Virginia

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wu's office located?

    Dr. Peng Wu's Primary Practice

    725 Welch Rd

    Palo Alto, CA 94304

    (650) 497-8000

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    What hospitals are Dr. Wu affiliated with?

    Dr. Wu has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Cincinnati Childrens - Burnet Campus,Cincinnati, OH
    Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital Stanford,Palo Alto, CA

    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 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?

    What does a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist do?

    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.

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

    No, Dr. Wu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Cincinnati Childrens - Burnet Campus, Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital Stanford. 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

    When to see a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist. Explore 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 Dr. 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 Dr. Peng Wu?

    Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (650) 497-8000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wu's office located?

    Dr. Wu's office is located in Palo Alto, CA.