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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wu, Anesthesiologist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Meng-Shin Wu, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Wu graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed his residency at Maimonides Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Maimonides Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. 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 (718) 283-8816.
Where did Dr. Wu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Maimonides Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Maimonides Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | University of Maryland School of Medicine
Is Dr. Wu board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Meng-Shin Wu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
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 an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Wu typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Swollen Veins in Anus
- Anal Lumps
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Hernia
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hernia of the Diaphragm
ICD-10 Codes:
- K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Colon Diverticula
- Pockets in the Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Wu typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Meng-Shin Wu may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
Please contact Dr. Wu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Wu accept my insurance?
Dr. Wu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 283-8816 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wu accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Wu in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Mass General Brigham
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Wu's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Wu affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Wu has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
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 1700829330.
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. Meng-Shin Wu's specialty?
Dr. Wu is an Anesthesiologist near Brooklyn, NY.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is Dr. Meng-Shin Wu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wu is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch 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
When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Meng-Shin Wu accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Meng-Shin Wu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Meng-Shin Wu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (718) 283-8816 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Meng-Shin Wu?
Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (718) 283-8816 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Wu's office located?
Dr. Wu's office is located in Brooklyn, NY.
Which board certifications does Dr. Meng-Shin Wu have?
Dr. Meng-Shin Wu is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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