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Dr. Dafang Wu, MD

Nuclear Medicine Specialist

Sacramento, CA

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wu, Nuclear Medicine Specialist in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Dafang Wu, MD is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA. He has been practicing for over 37 years. Dr. Wu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wu’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wu’s office at (586) 992-8300.

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

    • Medical School: Anhui Medical University, Faculty Of Medicine

    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 Nuclear Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wu typically treat?

    As a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, 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:

    • Memory Loss
    • Memory
    • Amnesia
    • Forgetfulness
    • Loss of Recall

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R413: Other amnesia

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Mild Cognitive Impairment
    • MCI
    • Early Memory Loss
    • Pre-Dementia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology

    What procedures does a Nuclear Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wu typically perform?

    As a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Dafang 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 (586) 992-8300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wu accept in Sacramento, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Imperial Health Holdings

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other TPA

    • State of New Mexico

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wu's office located?

    Dr. Dafang Wu's Primary Practice

    3195 Folsom Blvd Ste 110

    Sacramento, CA 95816

    (586) 992-8300

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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:

    Methodist Hospital Of Sacramento,Sacramento, 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 1871553834.

    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. Dafang Wu's specialty?

    Dr. Wu is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist near Sacramento, CA.

    What does a Nuclear Medicine Specialist do?

    Nuclear Medicine Specialist has expertise in using the properties of radioactive atoms and molecules for the diagnosis and treatment of various diseases, as well as for medical research purposes. Diseases are detected by using radiation detection and imaging instrument systems, as this technique changes the functionality and metabolism of normal body cells, tissues and organs. This approach can reveal a wide range of diseases, often before structural abnormalities in the affected organ are detectable using other techniques. Key applications include the early detection of coronary artery disease (including acute heart attacks), early cancer diagnosis and treatment evaluation, as well as diagnosing infections and inflammation throughout the body. Additionally, these techniques can facilitate the early detection of blood clots in the lungs. Unique forms of radioactive molecules are used to attack and destroy cancer cells (such as those found in lymphoma and thyroid cancer) or alleviate severe pain associated with cancer that has metastasized to the bones.

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

    Yes, Dr. Wu is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento 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 a Nuclear Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Nuclear Medicine Specialist. 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. Dafang Wu accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Dafang Wu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (586) 992-8300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Wu's office at (586) 992-8300 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wu's office located?

    Dr. Wu's office is located in Sacramento, CA.