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Dr. Peter Wu, MD

Anesthesiologist

Tampa, FL

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wu, Anesthesiologist in Tampa, FL?

    Dr. Peter Wu, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Wu graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Anesthesiology; Georgetown Univ Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Wu is fluent in English, 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 (314) 653-5000.

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

    • Residency: Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Anesthesiology; Georgetown Univ Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Georgetown University Hospital/Washington Hospital Center Program

    • Medical School: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Wu board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Peter 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:

    • 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:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Screening for Other Viral Disease
    • Health Screening
    • Other Viral Infection Screening
    • Miscellaneous Virus Test
    • Non-COVID Viral Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Wu typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Peter Wu may include:

    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 (314) 653-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wu accept in Tampa, FL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Boon Administrative Services

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Florida

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wu's office located?

    Dr. Peter Wu's Primary Practice

    1 Tampa General Cir

    Tampa, FL 33606

    (314) 653-5000

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    What hospitals are Dr. Wu affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    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 1346277910.

    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. Peter Wu's specialty?

    Dr. Wu is an Anesthesiologist near Tampa, FL.

    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. Peter Wu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wu is affiliated with Tampa General 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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. Peter Wu accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?

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

    Does Dr. Peter Wu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (314) 653-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (314) 653-5000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wu's office located?

    Dr. Wu's office is located in Tampa, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Wu have?

    Dr. Peter Wu is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.