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  4. Dr. Wenchao Wu, MD

Dr. Wenchao Wu, MD

Pulmonary Disease•Male•Age 60

Dr. Wu
Interstitial Lung Disease, Pulmonary Vascular Conditions, and More

AMAI an Innovative Medical and Wellness Practice

2001 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 888w Santa Monica, CA 90404

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Dr. Wenchao Wu, MD is a Pulmonologist in Santa Monica, CA. Dr. Wu has more experience with Interstitial Lung Disease, Pulmonary Vascular Conditions, and Obstructive Lung Disease than other specialists in his area. He is affiliated with Providence Saint John's Health Center. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Wu to book an appointment.

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  • Explained conditions well (3)
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Biography

Dr. Wenchao Wu, MD is a Pulmonologist in Santa Monica, CA. Dr. Wu has more experience with Interstitial Lung Disease, Pulmonary Vascular Conditions, and...Read more

Specialties

  • Pulmonary Disease

Education

1997
UC Irvine Med Ctr
Fellowship Hospital
1993
SUNY Health Sci Ctr
Residency Hospital
1991
SUNY Health Sci Ctr
Internship Hospital

Languages

  • English
  • Mandarin

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Wenchao Wu, MD accept my insurance?

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What are Dr. Wenchao Wu, MD's top areas of care?

Dr. Wu frequently treats Interstitial Lung Disease, Pulmonary Vascular Conditions, and Obstructive Lung Disease. See all practice areas where Dr. Wu specializes.

Where is Dr. Wenchao Wu, MD's office located?

Dr. Wu's office is located at 2001 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 888w, Santa Monica, CA 90404. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

What languages does Dr. Wenchao Wu, MD speak?

Dr. Wu speaks Chinese, Mandarin and English. View profile to see all.

Does Dr. Wenchao Wu, MD offer telehealth services?

Dr. Wu has not yet indicated whether they offer telehealth services. Please contact the office to check for availability/eligibility.

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Frequently Treated by Dr. Wu

Based on treatment records, we have identified the following as areas of care that Dr. Wu treats more often than their peers. If you are unsure whether Dr. Wu treats other conditions, please contact the office at (310) 453-1414.

Interstitial Lung Disease

Interstitial lung disease specialists diagnose and treat a range of conditions that cause scarring of lung tissue due to autoimmune disease or environment exposure to harmful materials.Compare with other Interstitial Lung Disease specialists.

Dr. Wu typically treats 72% more often than similar doctors

Based on claims data for 5 conditions and procedures

Treatments
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
Pulmonary Function Test
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Pulmonary Vascular Conditions

Pulmonary vascular specialists diagnose and treat conditions affecting the flow of blood between the heart and lungs, including pulmonary hypertension and pulmonary embolism.Compare with other Pulmonary Vascular Conditions specialists.

Dr. Wu typically treats 56% more often than similar doctors

Based on claims data for 2 conditions and procedures

Treatments
Pulmonary Embolism
Chronic Pulmonary Heart Diseases (incl. Pulmonary Hypertension)
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High Frequency
Very High Frequency
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Obstructive Lung Disease

Obstructive lung disease specialists diagnose and treat conditions including COPD, emphysema, asthma and cystic fibrosis that cause blockages or narrowing in the airways of the lungs, making breathing difficult.Compare with other Obstructive Lung Disease specialists.

Dr. Wu typically treats 68% more often than similar doctors

Based on claims data for 4 conditions and procedures

Treatments
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Bronchiectasis
Pulmonary Function Test
Asthma
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High Frequency
Very High Frequency
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Respiratory-tract Conditions

Immunologists diagnose and treat conditions such as pneumonia, bronchitis, and COPD that affect the respiratory system, including the nasal passages, bronchi and lungs.Compare with other Respiratory-tract Conditions specialists.

Dr. Wu typically treats 65% more often than similar doctors

Based on claims data for 12 conditions and procedures

Treatments
Bronchospasm
Pneumonia
Shortness of Breath
Partial Lung Collapse
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Check Dr. Wu's experience treating your condition or procedure

Dr. Wu's conditions and procedures:

  • Abscess
  • Acidosis
  • Acute Bronchitis
  • Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
  • Acute Pharyngitis
  • Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
  • Alkalosis
  • Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
  • Asthma
  • Autoimmune Diseases
  • Bronchiectasis
  • Bronchiolitis
  • Bronchitis
  • Bronchoscopy
  • Bronchospasm
  • Chronic Pulmonary Heart Diseases (incl. Pulmonary Hypertension)
  • Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
  • Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)
  • COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
  • Cough
  • Emphysema
  • Empyema
  • Fungal Infections
  • Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
  • Influenza (Flu)
  • Interstitial Lung Disease
  • Low Blood Oxygen Level
  • Lung Abscess
  • Lung Cancer
  • Lung Nodule
  • Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
  • Mycobacterial Lung Infection
  • Partial Lung Collapse
  • Pleural Effusion
  • Pneumonia
  • Pneumonitis (Due to Solids or Liquids)
  • Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
  • Pulmonary Disease
  • Pulmonary Edema
  • Pulmonary Embolism
  • Pulmonary Function Test
  • Pulmonary Hypertension
  • Respiratory Failure
  • Respiratory Management
  • Sarcoidosis
  • Shortness of Breath
  • Sinusitis
  • Sleep Apnea
  • Sleep Disorders
  • Swine Flu
  • Systemic Sclerosis
  • Thoracentesis
  • Thrombosis
  • Vascular Disease
  • Viral Infection
  • Wegener's Granulomatosis
  • Wheezing

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(310) 453-1414

Dr. Wu accepts the following insurance:

Aetna
Choice Plus POS II
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Card PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield of California
Blue Cross Blue Shield of California PPO
CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
HealthyBlue 2.0
HealthyBlue Advantage
Cigna
Cigna HMO
Cigna PPO
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Locations

AMAI an Innovative Medical and Wellness Practice

(310) 453-1414
Santa Monica2001 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 888w Santa Monica, CA 90404
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