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Dr. Allison Wu, MD

Boston, MA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Wu, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Allison Wu, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. Dr. Wu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wu’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Wu speak?

    Dr. Wu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Wu typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, 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:

    • Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
    • Constipation
    • Functional Constipation
    • Unexplained Chronic Constipation
    • Long-Term Constipation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation

    Also known as:

    • Ulcerative Colitis
    • Ulcerative Pancolitis
    • Colitis
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
    • Chronic Colitis
    • Chronic Pancolitis
    • Extensive Ulcerative Colitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications
    • K5100: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis without complications

    Also known as:

    • Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalance
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Electrolyte Disorder
    • Fluid Balance Problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E878: Other disorders of electrolyte and fluid balance, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Pediatric Feeding Disorder
    • Long-term Child Feeding Problem
    • Chronic Infant Feeding Issue
    • Persistent Pediatric Eating Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6332: Pediatric feeding disorder, chronic

    Also known as:

    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • EoE
    • Allergic Esophagitis
    • Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Belly Button Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain
    • Pain around navel
    • Periumbilical discomfort
    • Umbilical pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
    • R1033: Periumbilical pain

    Also known as:

    • Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder
    • Eating Disorder
    • ARFID
    • Selective eating disorder
    • Food avoidance disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F5082: Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder

    What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Wu typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, 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:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Injections
    • EGD with Submucosal Injections
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Injections
    • Stomach Scope with Medication

    CPT Codes:

    • 43236: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance

    Does Dr. Wu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office 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 Massachusetts

    • BMC Health System

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Fallon Health

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Mass General Brigham

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wu's office located?

    Dr. Allison Wu's Primary Practice

    300 Longwood Ave

    Boston, MA 02115

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    What hospitals are Dr. Wu affiliated with?

    Dr. Wu has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Boston Childrens Hospital,Boston, MA

    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 1811381361.

    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. Allison Wu's specialty?

    What does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist do?

    A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs.

    Is Dr. Allison 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: Boston Childrens Hospital. 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

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    Is Dr. Allison Wu accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

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

    Does Dr. Allison Wu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wu's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Allison Wu?

    Please contact Dr. Wu's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wu's office located?

    Dr. Wu's office is located in Boston, MA.