20 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wung, Internist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Laura Wung, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 20 years. Dr. Wung graduated from New York University School of Medicine. Dr. Wung is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wung’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wung’s office.
Where did Dr. Wung go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: New York University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Wung speak?
Dr. Wung and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Wung typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Wung 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. Wung. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Wung typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Wung 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. Wung. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Simple Cystostomy Tube Change
- Bladder Tube Replacement
- Suprapubic Catheter Change
- Cystostomy Maintenance
CPT Codes:
- 51705: Change of cystostomy tube; simple
Does Dr. Wung accept my insurance?
Dr. Wung accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wung accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Wung in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
BMC Health System
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Laura Wung?
Dr. Wung has appointments available at her Boston, MA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Wung's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wung's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700894409.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wung?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wung
What is Dr. Laura Wung's specialty?
Dr. Wung is a Internist near Boston, MA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Laura Wung affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wung is affiliated with Boston Medical Center 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Laura Wung accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Laura Wung is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laura Wung offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Wung, or contact the office for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Laura Wung?
Yes, Dr. Wung offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Wung, or contact the office for more information.
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