Dr. James Wu, M.D.
Thoracic Surgery
20+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
1 location
About Dr. James Wu
James Wu, M.D. is a healthcare provider practicing in Pasadena, CA.
Specialty Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
33
Years Experience
1
Location
1
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Primary Specialty
Thoracic SurgeryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Georgetown University School Of Medicine
Class of 1993
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 1 state
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | A95821 | Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) |
Public Data Summary for Dr. James Wu
With 20 years of practice, Dr. James Wu is an established thoracic surgery provider, M.D., after earning their medical degree at Georgetown University School Of Medicine in 1993. Dr. currently practices at Doctors Of Hearing Inc in Pasadena, California. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1407873995, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. James Wu as a lower-volume thoracic surgery provider, treating approximately 130 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 5K services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. James Wu received $110 in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$110
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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Thoracic Surgery Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 91101
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. James Wu
What does Dr. James Wu specialize in?
Dr. James Wu specializes in Thoracic Surgery.
Where does Dr. James Wu practice?
Dr. James Wu practices at Doctors Of Hearing Inc in Pasadena, California.
Does Dr. James Wu accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. James Wu accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 130 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. James Wu's NPI number?
Dr. James Wu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1407873995. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. James Wu been practicing?
Dr. James Wu has approximately 20 years of practice experience, having graduated from Georgetown University School Of Medicine in 1993.